This course contains 11 segments:
Discovery of magnetism
The discovery of magnetism. What can we do with this invisible force?
Discovery of magnetic fields
This course contains 11 segments:
Discovery of magnetism
The discovery of magnetism. What can we do with this invisible force?
Discovery of magnetic fields
Let's find out more about this invisible force which guides the compass. How strong is it? What shape is it?
Measuring magnetic fields
How can we quantify the strength of magnetic fields? How strong is the Earth's field?
Discovery of batteries
Basic observations leading to homemade batteries
Discovery of electromagnetism
Discoveries leading to the Right Hand rule
Discovery of resistors
Exploring materials which cause a decrease in deflection when added in series with our meter.
Electric motor
How can we turn electric current into rotary motion?
Electrostatics
Discovering static electricity & electrostatic force. What is it? How can it be created, detected, and measured?
Projectile launcher
Thermo can
Simple machines explorations
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