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Title Day 2: Exploring Kinds of Circuits (Series/Parallel)
Description In this lesson/activity, students explore the differences between series and parallel circuits as they use the sim to light several bulbs at once. This is Day 2 of the 3 day unit, but can also be used independently.
Duration 60 minutes
Answers Included No
Language English
Keywords circuits, parallel circuit, series circuit
Simulation(s) Circuit Construction Kit (DC Only)

Author(s) Meaghan Hixson
Contact Email meaghanjburns@gmail.com
School / Organization St Vrain Valley School District
Date submitted 8/4/14
Date updated 10/30/14

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