Introduction to Natural Gas – Energy + Density Lab – Student

Summary

A two-part lab where students measure the physical density of everyday materials using water displacement, then calculate and compare the energy density of foods and fuels including wood, coal, crude oil, liquified natural gas, and uranium. Guided reflection questions connect the data to real-world energy decisions, with a natural gas focus at the end. Works well for middle school or high school science courses covering energy fundamentals.