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  Electricity, Anode, Cathode, Galvanic Cells, Redox Reaction, Renewable Energy | High School

  Activity: Hybrid and Electric Cars Video Questions Mark as Favorite (0 Favorites)

  In this activity, students will watch a video and answer related questions about the chemistry of batteries as they are used to power hybrid and electric cars. Students will learn about the basics of electricity, as well as how batteries function as a source of electricity.

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  Electricity, Anode, Cathode, Galvanic Cells, Heat, Renewable Energy | High School

  Activity: Alternate Fuels Video Questions Mark as Favorite (0 Favorites)

  In this activity, students will watch a video and answer related questions about the alternatives to petroleum-based fossil fuels such as biofuels and hydrogen fuel cells. Students will learn about the pros and cons of various fuel sources, as well as possibilities for the future of fuels.

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  Molecular Structure, Molecular Geometry, Polymers, Electronegativity, Heat, Temperature, Electricity | High School, Middle School

  Video: The Future of Paint Video Mark as Favorite (8 Favorites)

  This video explores the fascinating and innovative scientific advancements of paint. Students will learn how the molecular components in paint are helping to evolve in the world around them. Futuristic paint is capable of replacing light switches, conducting electricity, and regulating temperature amongst other things!

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  Electricity, Renewable Energy, Photosynthesis, Electron Transfer, Redox Reaction, Oxidation, Reduction | High School

  Lesson Plan: Color Solar Power! Mark as Favorite (10 Favorites)

  In this lesson students will make a dye-sensitized solar cell (also known as DSC or Gratzel cell) using extracts from blackberries, raspberries, blueberries, red cabbage, strawberries, beetroot, spinach and dried hibiscus petals. Students will measure the voltage and the current of various light sources using the created solar cells and then compare the effectiveness of each.

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  Metallic Bonding, Electrons, Electricity, Electrostatic Forces | High School

  Demonstration: Metallic Bonding & Magnetics Mark as Favorite (6 Favorites)

  In this demonstration students will observe how electrons flow through a metal in an example of metallic bonding. Using tubes made of different metal materials as well as one made of plastic, in combination with a rare earth magnet (neodymium magnet) the teacher will demonstrate how electrons will flow freely through a metal and create a magnetic field.

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  Renewable Energy, Electricity, Galvanic Cells, Cathode, Anode | High School

  Video: Hybrid and Electric Cars Video Mark as Favorite (1 Favorite)

  This video explores the chemistry in the batteries that power hybrid and electric cars.

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  Electricity, Electrons | Elementary School

  Lab: Making the Connection Mark as Favorite (0 Favorites)

  In this lab, students will learn about closed and open circuits. Students will use holiday lights, a battery, and foil to make a closed circuit.

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  Electricity, Anode, Cathode, Galvanic Cells, Heat, Renewable Energy | Elementary School, Middle School, High School

  Video: Alternative Fuels Video Mark as Favorite (3 Favorites)

  This video analyzes alternatives to petroleum based fossil fuels, such as biofuels and hydrogen fuel cells.

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  Electrostatic Forces, Subatomic Particles, Electrons, Electricity, Electrons | High School

  Lab: Electromagnetic Forces in the Atom Mark as Favorite (1 Favorite)

  In this lab, students will better understand that opposite charges attract each other, and like charges repel.

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  Electricity, Atoms, Electrons, Electrons, Culminating Project, Interdisciplinary | Elementary School, Middle School

  Activity: Electrical Circuit Quiz Box Mark as Favorite (0 Favorites)

  In this activity, students will learn that the flow of electrons within a closed circuit make our lives easier. Students will construct a circuit quiz box that lights up when the correct question and answer are chosen.

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  Electricity, Energy & Thermodynamics, Law of Conservation of Energy, Anode, Cathode, Electron Transfer, Electrons, Subatomic Particles, Electrons | Middle School

  Lesson Plan: Battery Basics Mark as Favorite (2 Favorites)

  In this lesson students will explore the chemical reaction that occurs within a lead-acid car battery and the role of the battery within a car prior to creating their own batteries.