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Snacks tagged with "electron"

Science activity that demonstrates the chemistry of batteries
Aluminum-Air Battery

Construct a simple battery that can power a light.

Science activity that models the motion of electrons
Electric Current Model

Use magnets to model the motion of electrons.

Science activity detecting electric charge
Electroscope

Build an electroscope to detect electrical charge using straws.

Science activity that demonstrates static electricity
Holding Charge

Use static electricity to stick a straw almost anywhere.

Science activity that demonstrates the chemistry of a battery
Penny Battery

Light an LED with five cents.

Science activity that models how elements are organized in the periodic table
Periodic Pasta Table

Noodle around with elemental properties and how they’re organized.

Science activity that demonstrates Einstein's photoelectric effect
Photoelectricity

Get electricity from light.

Science activity that demonstrates electrostatics
Remote-Control Roller

Wield electrons and protons to roll cans.

Science activity to make a simple battery that will light an LED
Saltwater Pentacell

Make a simple battery that will light an LED.


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