Ocean science Unit of Work (Stage 2, Stage 3)
Dive into ocean science as we look at the abiotic factors that affect life in our oceans.
How do ocean currents form, light pass through water and more! Join Fizzics Education in an on-demand unit all on marine science.
ACTIVITY OUTLINE:
This 27-minute video covers many demonstrations including
- how currents form due to salinity and temperature differences
- how ocean acidification is occurring
- what happens to different colours of light as you descend downwards through the ocean
- pressure change experiments relating to the ocean depths
- discussion on the need for SCUBA equipment and why & how to avoid “the bends”
- the different regions of the oceans and much more!
Includes 6 experiments to run in class plus student quizzes, a sample marking rubric, scope & sequence, cross-curricular teaching ideas, student project ideas as well as Australian and USA curriculum outcomes and a risk assessment template.
IS THIS A FREE EVENT? No
BROUGHT TO YOU BY: Fizzics Education
Event Details
Event Type
On Demand (available until: 21-Feb-2026 05:00PM)
Delivery Platform
Duration
Price
$39.95 one-time cost
or
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Payment Instructions
Payment via credit card on the page.
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Curriculum
Primary
Syllabus Outcomes
ST2-4LW-S, ST3-4LW-S
Main KLA, Strand, Sub Strand
Science and Tech
Learning Intentions & Success Criteria
Following this class, a student will:
- Know that pressure increases as you descend to the ocean floor
- Describe that light decreases as you go deeper into water, with the red light of the spectrum being absorbed first and violet last.
- Know that there are different zones in the ocean, relating to the amount of light reaching each depth.
- Know that ocean currents are affected by salinity and temperature.
- Understand that marine life is affected by abiotic factors such as light and pressure
- Know that humans need apparatus such as SCUBA gear to breathe compressed air underwater, however there is a limit to how deep we can dive without a submarine.
- Understand that submarines are built to withstand enormous amounts of pressure on their hull.
- Identify that the release of carbon dioxide into our atmosphere contributes to ocean acidification, which in turn affects life forms such as coral.
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Presenter Bio
Fizzics Education is a multi-award-winning science education team that has reached over 3 million students since 2004! Fizzics Education is the winner of multiple Australian Small Business Winner for Children’s Education Services and has received several Pinnacle Awards from the Center for Interactive Learning & Collaboration
Will This Event Be Recorded?
No
Joining The Event
Technology and Materials Requirements
Internet device and screen with speakers to show the students the video.
Optional materials to have on-hand include food colouring, two glass bottles, warm and cold water, carboard, red cabbage juice, vinegar, bicarbonate soda, sultanas, lemonade or soda water, plastic cups, sticky tape, coloured markers, a soda bottle & vegetable oil, a kids pool, oil, detergent and dirt
Connecting To The Event
You will receive a unique link to view the video and coursework once you have paid on the software platform.
If you have any queries please contact the provider
Name: Ben Newsome
Phone: 02 9674 2191
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://www.fizzicseducation.com.au/