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Cornell University

Build a Fuel Cell

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Discover the connection between redox reactions and fuel cells. Collaborative groups build a Hoffmann Apparatus that demonstrates the electrolysis of water and then convert their models into a fuel cell. They use their fuel cells to...
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ABCs of Hydrogen and Fuel Cells

For Teachers 5th - 12th
Students are introduced to the concept of hydrogen technologies through inquiry-based classroom activities.
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Spotlight on Photovoltaics and Fuel Cells

For Teachers 7th - 9th
Students utilize Internet resources to uncover the pros and cons of two topics in alternative energy technology: photovoltaics and fuel cells. Students analyze the structure and function of each system to make observations about the...
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Electrolysis of Water

For Teachers 9th
Ninth graders examine the electrolysis of water by completing an experiment.  In this water lesson students will explain how hydrogen can be extracted from water and how energy flows through an electrolysis system. 
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Earn Points with Technology

For Teachers 3rd - 5th
Pupils explore renewable energy by analyzing a diagram. In this fossil fuel lesson, students view a chart explaining the different energy consumption from automobiles and how they impact our environment. Pupils analyze a point based...
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Mini Rockets

For Teachers 10th - 12th
Students explore gases. In this chemical energy lesson, students will observer chemical reactions and infer a conclusion about reaction producing gasses.
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How is a REDOX Reaction Used to Power a Car?

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students explore electrolysis and Redox reactions.  In this exploratory lesson students demonstrate an example of electrolysis and how it brings on a chemical change. 
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Robot Earth

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Students construct a simple robotic energy transformer. In this space science lesson, students explain how energy is transformed from one form to another. They identify the different uses of robotic devices.