| | Which paper towel is more absorbent? |
 | | Have the person appointed to dip the paper towel describe the method by which they will insert the towel into the glass (are they going to fold it carefully first, or will they wad it up, or will they just kind of cram it in?). |
 | | As soon as the towel has been discarded, have the measuring person measure the amount of water left, and record the difference between this value and the initial amount of water as the amount absorbed by the towel. |
 | | As the activity takes place, be prepared for questions regarding what to do if a paper towel tears, etc. Encourage them to solve their own problems. |
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