The
Goal:
The
students will participate in a collaborative learning activity based on
a scenario designed to heighten their critical and analytical thinking
skills.
Objective 1: Students will determine the amount of wattage per square inch using a solar (photovoltaic) cell.
Objective 2: Students will be able to evaluate the connection between power output and their location on earth.
Objective 3: The project is also
designed to demonstrate to the students alternative energy sources.
Test voltage of a standard battery by using a multimeter.
Test maximum voltage and current (amperage) of the solar cell.
This can be done by placing the solar cell on an
overhead projector and recording the results.
Volts x Amps = Watts
Make
sure to convert Current (Amperage) into amps.
Most
solar cell output are in milliamps. Divide by 1000.
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