NDLI: Build Your Own Hydroelectric Generator

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Build Your Own Hydroelectric Generator

Content Provider	howtosmile
Copyright Year	2011
Description	Learners follow directions to construct a water-powered electrical generator using a turbine made from plastic spoons. The model generates a surprising amount of electricity, enough to light a small light bulb, and closely resembles real micro-hydro designs. Use this activity to introduce learners to renewable energy and water as a source of energy. Main webpage includes links to other related resources. Adult supervision recommended.
Related Links	http://www.re-energy.ca/docs/hydroelectric-generator-cp.pdf
Language	English
Access Restriction	Open
Rights Holder	GreenLearning Canada
Subject Keyword	Electricity Turbine Renewable energy Micro-hydro Run-of-stream hydro Low-impact hydro Circuit Magnets Alternating current Dams Clean energy Energy flow Earth system Energy Model Building Nature and Environment Earth and Space Science Earth Structure Oceans and Water Engineering and Technology Engineering Electrical Engineering Environmental Engineering Technology Energy and Power Physical Sciences Electricity and Magnetism Electric Charges and Currents Electromagnetic Fields Electric Circuits Work and Machines Motion and Forces Machines Rotation Motion The Nature of Technology Technology and Society Technology and the Environment
Content Type	Text
Educational Role	Student Teacher
Educational Use	Assessment
Time Required	PT2H0M0S
Education Level	Class V Class VI Class VII Class VIII Class IX Class X Class XI Class XII
Pedagogy	Experimental Activity
Resource Type	Hands-on
Subject	Space Science Technical

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