Let Your Lights Glow
Building a simple electrical circuit out of ornamental lights in order to make a glow stick gives students first-hand experience with basic electrical mechanics and an understanding of the terms source, line, and load.
Activity Details
Activity Type:Hands-On Activities
Discipline:Civil, Electrical, Mechanical
Topic(s):Electricity
Grade:6-8, 9-12
Time:60 minutes or less
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