Name:_________________________________

Investigating Oil Spills Lab Worksheet

 

1. Write two sentences about what happens after the water-oil mix is shaken

to produce waves or currents (2 pt).

2. Hypothesize the results that will occur with each clean-up method (l pt. Each).

Paper towel:

Fabric:

Coffee:

Filter:

String:

Sponge:

Paper:

Detergent:

3. What are the results of each clean-up method (1 pt. Each)?

Paper towel:

Fabric:

Coffee Filter:

String:

Sponge :

Paper:

Detergent:

4. Which method worked best (1 pt Each)?

 

Which method is the most cost effective method?

5. Name two other materials that may be used to clean up the oil (2 pt. Each).

 

Total points:________/20


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