Batteries and their use
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Experimentation instructions for Experimento | 4+:
Where does the electric current in objects such as flashlights come from?
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2019-04-05
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Some toys and most flashlights need an electric current to function. When inserting a battery, it is necessary to observe the polarity: otherwise the appliance will not function.
Information and Ideas:
• The teacher/educator should bring various battery-operated objects, for example, mechanized toys, mobile phones, and flashlights to class.
• Please observe the general safety and hygiene measures and safety instructions in the respective teaching methods as well as the applicable safety guidelines for your school.
• All materials mentioned in the instructions will have to be purchased directly from commercial sources.
Information and Ideas:
• The teacher/educator should bring various battery-operated objects, for example, mechanized toys, mobile phones, and flashlights to class.
• Please observe the general safety and hygiene measures and safety instructions in the respective teaching methods as well as the applicable safety guidelines for your school.
• All materials mentioned in the instructions will have to be purchased directly from commercial sources.
Experiment
Personal, social and health education (PSHE)
Grade 1 to 4
Elementary school; Preschool
Battery; Electrical circuit; Energy; Energy supply
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