Conductivity - Conductors and Insulators

Conductivity - Conductors and Insulators
Publication Date: September, 2005
Type of Resource: Lesson Plan

This online resource show how to make a simple conductivity tester.

The resource has teacher background notes, worksheets and step-by-step instructions on how to make a simple conductivity tester using a battery and light bulb.

This activity is designed to teach the difference between electrical conductors and insulators.

Australian Curriculum v9 Codes: AC9S6U03 (Year 6)

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