Production of electricity


Electricity is produced when mechanical energy is harnessed and used to rotate a turbine. The mechanical energy to spin the turbine can come from a variety of sources, including falling water, wind, or steam from heat generated either by a nuclear reaction or by burning fossil fuels.

  • Teaching manual: English
  • Learner age group: 7 - 9
  • 1 Hour Activity duration:

Activity outcomes

After this activity learner will be able to: - State the energy conservation principles - Identify various forms of transformable energy - Explain different types of energy transformation - Produce electricity using any rotating objects, simple solar panel and Dry cells

Prerequisite
Before start producing electricity Learner must have basic skills on: - Different types of energy - Magnetic forces - Safety Precautions when working with electricity

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