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Lightbulbs and their capabilities (MS-HS)

The main purpose of these activities is to acquaint the students with the light bulbs and their abilities in
everyday life. They will understand different kinds of light bulbs along with their physical and mechanical
properties.

objectives

Students will apply understanding of current electricity to build a solar car and describe its
workings. Students will apply understanding of current electricity to design a circuit and describe its workings.

Topic(s)

Electricity

type

Middle and high school lesson

8-12

Grade(s): 

time needed

6 hours

author

NATURE

national next gen standards

north dakota standards

9-10.1.1 Explain how models can be used to illustrate scientific principles
11-12.1.1 Explain how scientists create and use models to address scientific knowledge
8.2.3 Use basic mathematics and statistics to interpret quantitative data
9-10.2.8 Analyze data found in tables, charts, and graphs to formulate conclusions

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NDSU Dept. 4450
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Fargo, ND 58108-6050

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