Interactive

Touch Screen

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Touch screens are becoming more common, but how do they work? The simulation shows the electric potential versus system charge as scholars alter three variables. The schematic of the capacitance demonstrates the set up as each variable is altered.

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CCSS: Adaptable
NGSS: Designed
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Instructional Ideas
  • Connect this concept to electric circuits and the transfer of electrons during lightning
Classroom Considerations
  • Must sign up for a free CK-12 account to access the interactive
  • Assumes prior knowledge of volts and electric fields
Pros
  • Offers challenge questions in the simulation
  • Includes a walk-through video explaining the science in more detail
Cons
  • None