Flame Behavior During Santa's Rotation

Flame Behavior During Santa's Rotation

Assessment

Interactive Video

Physics, Science, Fun

3rd - 5th Grade

Hard

Created by

Olivia Brooks

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In this video, Santa Claus conducts a simple physics experiment involving a candle. He places a lit candle in a glass and holds it at arm's length while rotating around his own axis. The video explores what happens to the candle flame during this rotation, presenting multiple possible outcomes such as the flame extinguishing, growing larger, or tilting in different directions. The experiment is designed to engage viewers in thinking about the effects of motion on a flame.

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5 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does Santa Claus use to create a cozy atmosphere despite the windiness?

A lantern

A tealight in a glass

A flashlight

A bonfire

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What action does Santa take after lighting the tealight?

He covers it with a lid

He holds it at arm's length and rotates

He places it on the ground

He blows it out

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is one possible outcome of the candle flame when Santa rotates?

The flame changes color

The flame becomes a sparkler

The flame goes out

The flame splits into two

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does the flame behave in relation to Santa when he rotates?

The flame moves towards Santa

The flame moves away from Santa

The flame flickers rapidly

The flame stays still

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is another possible behavior of the flame during Santa's rotation?

The flame changes color

The flame grows larger

The flame splits into two

The flame extinguishes