What happens to weathered pieces of rock? | 11-14 years

A photograph showing a river running through a forest with rocks of various sizes in the water

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Investigate how rock fragments are transported and deposited by water currents using this lesson plan and downloadable activity for 11–14 year olds.

In this practical activity, students use water in sloping guttering to simulate the process of weathered rock fragments being transported and deposited by a river. From formulating their research questions to building an appropriate model and recording their observations, students get the opportunity to plan, carry out and evaluate their own investigations.

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