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Orange you glad you can make circuits using fruit? Young electricians learn about electric circuits and electricity. As part of the activity, they build a circuit with an orange and then with a banana.
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Concepts
Instructional Ideas
- Have learners test other fruit for conductivity and record results in a table
Classroom Considerations
- Some electrical components are necessary for the activity
- Be sure to conduct a safety orientation before the lesson
Pros
- Instructions include diagrams of activity setup
- Provides engineering and science connections
Cons
- None