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What did Michael Faraday discover about moving a magnet near a coil of wire?
What did Michael Faraday discover about moving a magnet near a coil of wire?
- It decreases the resistance of the wire
- It creates an electrical current (correct)
- It increases the temperature of the wire
- It creates a magnetic field
Why is it important to have an adult present during the experiment with electricity?
Why is it important to have an adult present during the experiment with electricity?
- To ensure safety as electricity can be dangerous (correct)
- To provide moral support
- To help with the technical steps
- To take over the experiment if it gets too complicated
What is a key material needed to build your own model of Faraday’s generator?
What is a key material needed to build your own model of Faraday’s generator?
- Plastic straws
- Copper wire (correct)
- Aluminum foil
- Wooden sticks
What is the purpose of using tape in building the generator?
What is the purpose of using tape in building the generator?
Why is it recommended to use a horsehoe or bar magnet for the generator?
Why is it recommended to use a horsehoe or bar magnet for the generator?
What is the purpose of winding the wire around the tape between the cardboard circles?
What is the purpose of winding the wire around the tape between the cardboard circles?
Why is it recommended to have an adult strip the insulation off both loose ends of the wire?
Why is it recommended to have an adult strip the insulation off both loose ends of the wire?
Why should you leave about 8 inches of wire spare at one end before winding it around?
Why should you leave about 8 inches of wire spare at one end before winding it around?
What is the purpose of placing the magnet close to the head of the nail and moving it back and forth?
What is the purpose of placing the magnet close to the head of the nail and moving it back and forth?
Why is it important to stop winding when you have about 8 inches of wire left?
Why is it important to stop winding when you have about 8 inches of wire left?