Description

Introduce your students to the wave of renewable
energy with this hydroelectric demonstration.
Featuring a 3.5” wide paddle wheel that is powered
by flowing faucet water, students will be able to
watch the water energize the wheel which will in
turn rotate a motor that generates electricity to
power a DC motor, light bulb, or diode. This also
provides for an excellent illustration of how an
electrical circuit is affected by its resistance. When
the light bulb is being used, students will see that
the generator turns slower because the light bulb
has a higher resistance than the motor, requiring
greater water pressure to cause the bulb to light
up. Includes the apparatus and demonstration
guide. A sink with a faucet hose and drain are
required but not included.