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Design a Wind Turbine

Students design and test different sizes and shapes of wind blades to determine which kind can maximize the electrical output with the breeze from a fan.

Activity Details

Activity Type:Hands-On Activities
Discipline:Electrical, Mechanical
Topic(s):Electricity
Grade:K-2, 3-5
Time:2 hours or less

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