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Make a Lightbulb

Students experience a little bit of what Thomas Edison did as they try to get the filament in the lightbulbs they construct to glow as long as possible.

Activity Details

Activity Type:Hands-On Activities
Discipline:Electrical
Topic(s):Electricity
Grade:6-8
Time:30 minutes or less

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