Under Pressure
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About
Topics
- Pressure
- Fluids
- Density
Description
Explore pressure under and above water. See how pressure changes as you change fluids, gravity, container shapes, and volume.
Sample Learning Goals
- Describe how pressure changes in air and water as a function of depth.
- Describe what variables affect pressure.
- Predict pressure in a variety of situations.
For Teachers
Teacher Tips
Overview of sim controls, model simplifications, and insights into student thinking ( PDF ). |
Teacher-Submitted Activities
Title | Authors | Level | Type | ||
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Algebra-based Physics Semester one lessons, clicker questions, and schedule in pdf (Inquiry Based) | Trish Loeblein | HS UG-Intro |
Lab HW Demo |
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Fluid Pressure - an inquiry introduction | Trish Loeblein | HS MS UG-Intro |
HW CQs Lab |
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How do PhET simulations fit in my middle school program? | Sarah Borenstein | MS | Other | ||
Alignment of PhET sims with NGSS | Trish Loeblein | HS | Other | ||
MS and HS TEK to Sim Alignment | Elyse Zimmer | MS HS |
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Guía de consejos para profesores: bajo presión | Adriana Chisco | Other | Other |
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Software Requirements
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Credits
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