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Following detailed directions, teams collect the voltage and current outputs of a photovoltaic cell by adjusting the resistance. Using the collected data, they determine the highest power output. Implications for weather and a large field of panels are part of the assessment plan.
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Instructional Ideas
- Have the class solve Ohm's Law and the electrical power equation for the different variables in each
- Implement the activity during or after the Maximum presentation
Classroom Considerations
- May require more time if you are using the one-multimeter setup
- Group size is three so that all group members can actively participate in the process
Pros
- Provides two different setups depending upon number of multimeters available
- Includes very specific steps on how to do the activity
Cons
- Answers are not visible on the pdf version of the answer sheet
- Materials needed can be expensive