Capacity Lineup
Materials: measuring jug or 1 liter cylinder, bowl of water, funnel, containers of various
shapes and sizes, large plastic tub to place containers in when pouring water, paper towels
- Work with a partner. Select four containers. Estimate the order of the
containers from least to greatest capacity.
- Record your predictions by drawing the containers in the order you
placed them.
- Check your predictions by filling each container with water and then
emptying the water into a measuring jug or one liter cylinder.
- Record your findings. Were you surprised by the results? Why?