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Background Information
Electricity and Magnetism
A module that will introduce you to concepts such as static charge, moving charge, voltage, resistance, and current. While you are there, be sure to check out
Properties of Matter.
The Atoms Family
Explore kinetic and potential energy, atoms and matter, conservation and energy transfer, light, waves and particles.
Theatre of Electricity
Learn about Franklin's kite, lightning and much more!
The Wizard's Lab: What Is Electricity?
Check out this Thinquest Project for great background information.
What Is Static Electricity?
An impressive guide to learning about static electricity which is described in terms of atoms, electrical charges, conservation of charge and Coulomb's Law.
What is Electricity?
This is a hobbyist's comprehensive guide to learning about electricity.
Online Renewable Energy Education Module
Learn about the basics of renewable energy (solar, wind power, geothermal, hydro
and biiomass).
What Is Electricity
A comprehensive episode from Newton's Apple. Electricity Experiments
Make an Electroscope
An experiment provided by the Franklin Museum.
Electrical Fleas
Have some fun with static electricity! While you are there, be sure to check out these other activities: Short Circuit
Hand Battery
Stripped Down Motor
Motor Effect
Circles of Magnetism
Magnetic Pendulums
Electroscope
Beakman's Electric Motor
Find out how simple building an electric motor can be!
Electrical Safety
Electrical Safety
Learn about electrical safety from the Atoms Family!
Safety Quiz (The Future)
Print this safety quiz provided by the Franklin Museum.
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