Pre-college Resources

Making a Compass

Make your own compass by magnetizing a needle and allowing it to float in a bowl of water!

Magnetometer

Learn how to measure and record changes in the Earth's magnetic field.

Magnetic Fields

This activity allows for students to investigate the field lines around a magnet.

Magnetic Field Strength

Take measurements and observations to understand magnetic field strength.

Helioviewer

Real time images of the sun taken by several space telescopes in different wavelengths.

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Wireless LED

Using a wireless QI charger you will explore the relationship between electricity and magnetism. Follow these instructions to create an inductive coil that will allow you to blink an LED…

Paper Plate Speaker

Learn more about the relationship between magnetism and electricity by constructing a speaker from paper plates.

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Electromagnets

Observe changes in magnetic field strength by building an electromagnet.

Electromagnetic Train

Create a fast moving train that is powered by electromagnetism.

Homopolar Motor

Design an electric motor and watch the current create a magnetic force.

Tesla Town

Enter Tesla Town and explore electricity generation and delivery. Go into a hydroelectric power plant and see the turbine. Visit a solar powered house or a wind farm

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