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Solar Oven — NASA JPL lessonScience · Engineering & Technology · Grades 6–8Lesson plan

Through the construction and testing of a solar oven, students will understand the importance of solar energy to the establishment of a lunar base; develop methods to maximize solar power efficiency; and develop skills in teamwork, communication and problem solving. Materials 3.79-liter plastic milk container Scissors and/or razor knives Aluminum foil Wire coat hanger - untwisted Plastic wrap Marshmallows, raw apple slices, or other suitable food to "cook" Cotton balls Cotton batting Constructi

From NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory, JPL Education · Public domain (US Gov) · original source

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