Students construct a simple dry cell battery and measure its power output using a multimeter. They then explore how the power output changes depending on the arrangement of the cells in a battery.
Safety:Before conducting the lab, review with the class the safety precautions on the student page. Then discuss any safety precautions that are specific to your science laboratory or classroom. Do not store the batteries, the reactions will continue and slowly dissolve the metal alligator clip.
Materials Included in Kit:
Consumable: Aluminum foil, roll
Sodium chloride solution, saturated, 500 mL Charcoal, 500 g
Chromatography paper
Non-Consumable: Black connection wire with alligator clips, 15 Red connection wire with alligator clips, 15
Additional Materials Required: Balance
Beaker, 100 mL
DC motor
Forceps
LED
Multimeter
Paper towel
Pipet, disposable
Scoop or spatula
Weighing dish
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