PhET Energy Forms and Changes Immersive Reader Grade:N/A View Grade Information. Opens a dialogue Due: Friday, October 24, 2025 at 11:59 pm Step-by-Step Instructions: Access the Simulation: Navigate to the PhET "Energy Forms and Changes" simulation: PhET Energy Forms and Changes (https://phet.colorado.edu/sims/html/energy-forms-and-changes/latest/energy-forms-and-changes_all.html) Select the Appropriate Mode: Ensure you're in the "Intro" mode, not the "Systems" mode, as the latter is more complex and may not be suitable for this activity. Add Materials: Click on "Add Object" to place materials on the ring stands. Choose two materials to compare. For example: Water Iron Brick Olive Oil Insert Thermometers: Place a thermometer in each material to monitor temperature changes. Set Up the Heat Source: Position a heat source (e.g., heater or lamp) so that it affects both materials equally. Adjust the intensity to a moderate level. Begin Heating: Turn on the heat source. Record the temperature of each material every minute for 10 minutes. Analyze Results: Observe which material heats up faster. Discuss why some materials heat up more quickly than others. Discussion Questions: Which material heated up the fastest? Why do you think some materials heated up faster than others? How does this experiment relate to real-world scenarios, such as why sand feels hotter than water at the beach