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List of Materials for the Energy House and the Experiments

 

Materials for the Energy House Click to see photos of a completed Energy House. "Shell" (beer bottle case) or cardboard box 1" thick foam insulation board Thin, clear plastic sheets for windows Corrugated cardboard for roof Duct tape or other type of tape Broiler pan, aluminum or other kind Flat black paint (non-glossy) 1 lb. metal coffee can or similar Corduroy or other fabric for curtains and awnings Coat hanger to support awning Push pins to attach window curtains Tube from paper towels Exacto or utility knife Thermometer -- a long one with just the glass tube works best (no attached backer)

Materials for the Painted Cup Experiment 4 clear plastic drinking cups Paint brush 4 clear plastic lids White paint Flat black paint (non-glossy) Thermometer

Materials for the Sun Path Model Hanger wire Plywood or cardboard for the base Styrofoam or other lighweight ball for the sun Paint A little cardboard or plastic house model Paper arrows to show wind direction Pushpins Above: Photo of Sun Path Model