Welcome to Electricity and Magnetism
You're sure to get a "charge" out of this unit! This unit is covered during the second quarter. We will explore the nature of magnetism, electromagnetism, electric charges, current electricity, and motors. These activities will make your bulb burn brighter!
ELECTRICITY & MAGNETISM OBJECTIVES
6.2.1 Investigate and understand magnetism
a. Define magnetic poles, magnetic domain, and magnetic field and investigate characteristics of each
b. Identify the magnetic properties of Earth and compare magnetic and geographic poles
c. Describ effects of Earth's magnetic field
6.2.2 Investigate and understand electric charges
a. Describe the interaction of like and unlike charges
b. Define and describe static electricity and explain how it differs from electric current
c. Describe lightening and other forms of static discharge
d. Investigate and understand the need for safety procedures when working with electricity
e. Explain how electrical energy can be converted to mechanical energy
f. Describe how electric current is induced and investigate generators and their energy sources
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