The Electric Grid
Warm-Up
How did the electricity get to this light in the classroom? Draw a diagram to show your thinking.
Targets:
I can explain what the power grid is using scientific concepts.
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Brainstorm: What is the electric power grid?
What does grid mean?
What are the parts of a “power grid”?
What do you think it looks like in the US?
Exploding Transformer
Warm-Up:
What are some of the advantages of using alternating current rather than direct current?
I can explain what the power grid is using scientific concepts.
Add this question at the end:
11. Watch the Video: How Does the US Power Grid Work? Write down 3 additional things you learned about the power grid.