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Unit 2: Heat and Temperature

Polar bear and two cubs

How do animals stay warm in the winter?

Hands-on Activities

Animals have some unique adaptations to stay warm. Discover what conduction of heat and insulation have to do with staying warm!

Kids camping

How Do Sleeping Bags Work?

STEM Explained

How do our bodies get cold? How do sleeping bags keep us warm?

How does nuclear power work?

Generating Electricity: Nuclear Energy

STEM Explained

Learn how electricity is generated at a nuclear power generating station.

Energy-saving light bulbs are a great way to save money at home

Energy Efficiency at Home

STEM Explained

If you understand heat transfer, you can make lots of little changes at home to help the environment and your household’s bank account!

Adam Melnick | Coordinateur de l'apprentissage et instructeur en santé et sécurité pour un centre de formation en calorifugation

Adam Melnick

Career Profiles

Apprenticeship Coordinator and Health and Safety Instructor

Adam Melnick is the Apprenticeship Coordinator and Health and Safety Instructor for the Heat and Frost Insulator Training Centre.