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United Scientific Economy Calrorimeter

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Item #: 2133482
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The economy food calorimeter allows students to investigate the amount of energy released when food is burned.

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Description

The economy food calorimeter investigates the amount of energy released when food is burned by using the burning energy of food to heat a vessel of water. The increase in temperature of the water represents the energy given off by the burning food. During the investigation students will learn how much energy if required to burn off some food items, and also how to read the caloric specification on food wrappers.

Features

  • Gives students a first person view of how the body produces energy
  • Helps students make the connection between food and energy
  • Helps students with real world task of interpreting the information on wrappers
    • Includes:
    • 1 Erlenmeyer Flask, 125mL
    • 1 Metal Chamber
    • 1 Metal Plate Lid for Chamber
    • 1 Cork with Pin for Food Support
    • 1 Activity Guide
    Specifications
    Maximum Age: 18+
    Maximum Grade Level: Grade 12
    Allergens: Contains No Allergens
    Grade Level: Middle-High School
    Safety: Caution Icon. No Choking Hazard
    SUOM Description: Each
    Brand Name: United Scientific
    Description: Economy Calrorimeter
    California Proposition 65 Warning:
    Caution Icon.WARNING: Cancer and Reproductive Harm.  For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
    United Scientific Economy Calrorimeter