Edible RAT (Rock Abrasion Tool)

Posted December 19th, 2007 by admin
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Source: 

MER Athena site
http://athena.cornell.edu/educators/lp_10.html

The RAT is an instrument on the Mars Exploration Rovers. Students learn to make scientifc observations using a Rock Abrasion Tool (RAT) with a fig bar, Mars dust (cinnamon sugar), and pretzel rod RAT.

Other information about this activity
Length of Activity: 
15-30 minutes
Can non-scientists successfully conduct this activity?: 
Educator with subject matter knowledge
Non-science teacher
Non-expert
What level of help is needed to conduct?: 
Materials are self-explanatory
Required Supplies: 

variety of flavors of fig bar cookies, paper muffin cup, cinnamon sugar mixture, pretzel rods, craft sticks, rulers, pencils, student worksheet

Access: 
free download of pdfs
Related Activities: 
Areology - The Study of Mars
Material Type: 
Web
Book