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Eat up a resource on using food to power electrical devices. Future engineers first experiment with different fruits and vegetables to determine the amount of electrical energy they provide. Based on the data, they design and create an electrical circuit that can power a device.
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Instructional Ideas
- Invite an electrical engineer to take part in the activity
Classroom Considerations
- Resource recommends splitting the activity into four days
- Lesson requires a variety of fruits and vegetables, as well as materials for an electric circuit
Pros
- Includes student lab handouts and worksheets
- Lists some safety issues and troubleshooting tips
Cons
- None