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Exploring the World Beneath Our Feet: Cement vs Soil
Organization(s):Gozo College Gharb Primary School
Country:Malta
Student(s):Mikela Apap, Elinor Loz, Maya Felice, Jack Joseph Borg, Isaac Cassar, Geordie Micallef, Daniel Aquilina, Mia Micallef, Elisa Marie Formosa, Giuseppi Falzon, Dave Said, Jasmine Cassar, Julia Caruana
Grade Level:Upper Primary (grades 3-5, ages 8-11)
GLOBE Educator(s):Sharon Muscat
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Report Type(s):International Virtual Science Symposium Report
Protocols:Surface Temperature
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Language(s):English
Date Submitted:02/27/2025
This project investigates the temperature differences between cement surfaces and areas under trees, focusing on how different surfaces affect heat levels. The research question addresses whether trees help in lowering temperatures. With Malta's hot summer temperatures, the objective was to explore natural solutions for cooling down outdoor spaces. The project involved measuring surface temperatures on cement and under tree canopies over time. The results showed that trees do provide shade, and temperatures were consistently lower under the trees compared to exposed cement surfaces in the sun. The conclusion highlights that trees can effectively reduce heat and offer a natural method to help lower temperatures in hot environments like Malta.