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Title Parallel Circuit Electrical Relationships
Description The parallel simulation worksheets and diagrams are used in conjunction with each other where students build specific circuits to uncover the relationship between voltage, current, and resistance in a parallel circuit.
Duration 30 minutes
Answers Included No
Language English
Keywords Ohm's Law, current, parallel circuit, resistance, voltage
Simulation(s) Circuit Construction Kit (DC Only)

Author(s) Bill Braun
Contact Email william.braun@winona.k12.mn.us
School / Organization Winona Senior High School
Date submitted 9/8/11
Date updated 9/8/11

Comments

I think this demonstrates interesting avoidance of technical jargon and no directions for sim use. The questions for student sense making are well written and in appropriate places. Trish   9/10/11

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How did you use this activity or change it for your class? Answer keys are often not available because the activities are inquiry based and lead to multiple answers. Professionally constructive comments welcome.

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