Overview
This investigation introduces students to the basics of electrical circuits using the PASCO Modular Circuit Kit. Students will explore open and closed circuits. And also the difference between connecting light bulbs in series and in parallel. By constructing and comparing different circuit setups, students observe how electricity flows, what components are necessary for a working circuit, and how changes in connections affect the results.
This investigation introduces students to the basics of electrical circuits using the PASCO Modular Circuit Kit. Students will explore open and closed circuits. And also the difference between connecting light bulbs in series and in parallel. By constructing and comparing different circuit setups, students observe how electricity flows, what components are necessary for a working circuit, and how changes in connections affect the results.
Materials
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PASCO Modular Circuit Standard Kit
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PASCO Modular Circuit Standard Kit
Standards
SC.5.P.11.1: Investigate and illustrate the fact that the flow of electricity requires a closed circuit (a complete loop).
SC.5.P.11.2: Identify and classify materials that conduct electricity and materials that do not.
SC.5.P.11.1: Investigate and illustrate the fact that the flow of electricity requires a closed circuit (a complete loop).
SC.5.P.11.2: Identify and classify materials that conduct electricity and materials that do not.
