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How is Flowing Water an Energy Source? Activity B Lesson PlanHow is Flowing Water an Energy Source? Activity B Lesson Plan
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Foundation for Water & Energy Education
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4th - 8th
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How is Flowing Water an Energy Source? Activity B

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Explore the world's water without leaving the classroom! In this second of three uncomplicated but wonderful activities, physical science learners feel the pressure of water. They discover that the deeper the water, the stronger the pressure.

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water pressure, water, energy, hydroelectric power

Additional Tags

hydropower, water pressure, energy, science

Pros

  • A vivid demonstration of the potential energy of water pressure
  • Elementary schoolers always enjoy experiments involving water
  • Lesson plan includes discussion questions, materials, as well as journal and data sheets for your convenience

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How is Flowing Water an Energy Source? Activity C

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