How do surfaces absorb heat? Objective Goal/Objective: Understand that some surfaces absorb, and others reflect, heat energy from the Sun. Preparation Time: 5 minutes if all materials are easily at hand. Safety Considerations: No unusual safety considerations. Background White Sands National Monument and “Cook a Lizard” lesson plan cooperating purpose statement: The brilliant white dune field has resulted in extremely rapid and remarkable adaptations in endemic and native flora and fauna. Certain species of insects and rodents have quickly evolved a more whitish coloration. Being able to blend Duration: 60 Minutes Additional Standards: National Science Standard: Make observations to provide evidence that energy can be transferred from place to place by sound, light, heat, and electric currents. Essential Question How do surfaces absorb heat? Objective Goal/Objective: Understand that some surfaces a.