Electricity 1: Is a solar cell a voltage source? (student instructions)
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Experimentation instructions for students in grades 5, 6, and 7:
Detailed instructions and questions for students on conducting the first subexperiment on electricity.
English, Spanish (CREA), German
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2016-08-01
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The students will observe a circuit with a solar cell under various light sources. They will measure the voltage and record their results in tables.
The instructions first include a photo and a list of the required apparatus and materials. Text and pictures explain the preparations for the experiment step by step. Then several assignments are presented: The students should express their guesses, conduct the experiment, and note down their observations.
Information and ideas:
• Observe the safety information in these instructions as well as in the teacher information related to the experiment and discuss them with your students.
• Also observe the applicable safety guidelines for your school.
The instructions first include a photo and a list of the required apparatus and materials. Text and pictures explain the preparations for the experiment step by step. Then several assignments are presented: The students should express their guesses, conduct the experiment, and note down their observations.
Information and ideas:
• Observe the safety information in these instructions as well as in the teacher information related to the experiment and discuss them with your students.
• Also observe the applicable safety guidelines for your school.
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Experiment
Chemistry; Physics
Grade 5 to 6; Grade 7 to 9
Middle/high school
Electrical circuit; Electricity; Energy; Energy supply; Engine; Power generation; Solar energy
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