Choose one of the Bell Ringers provided to display for students to answer.
Science of Natural Gas
Summary
Students explore natural gas from formation to combustion through a full lesson packet that includes a bell ringer, vocabulary, video, quiz, two readings, math computation, data analysis, a three-station hands-on lab, and an exit ticket. The packet covers extraction methods, transportation, uses, and environmental trade-offs, with teacher guide and answer key included. Built for high school science and a strong fit for APES Unit 6 or an Earth and Environmental Science energy unit.
Activities
Video
Play this short video on natural gas to spark curiosity and encourage thoughtful discussion.
Vocabulary + Quiz
Have students review the vocabulary terms, watch the video, and answer the questions in the quiz.
Reading
Have students read the info sheet on the Science of Natural Gas and answer the comprehension questions.
Extended Reading
Have students read the extended info sheet on the Science of Natural Gas and answer the comprehension and application questions.
Computation
Have students read each question and calculate natural gas generation and cost.
Data Set
Have students analyze fossil fuel production data and answer questions. Review key terms, then discuss trends as a class.
Lab - Teacher Guide
Download this teacher guide to walk students through exploring the science of natural gas from its formation to its combustion.
Lab - Student Guide
Use this handout with students to explore the science of natural gas from its formation to its combustion.
Teacher Guide
Download this teacher guide that serves as a walkthrough with answers for the Science of Natural Gas lesson.
Answer Key
This short document provides answers to key activities in the Science of Natural Gas lesson.
Downloadables