Aluminum Can Battery Concepts

Aluminum Can Battery Concepts

Assessment

Interactive Video

Physics, Chemistry, Science

6th - 10th Grade

Hard

Created by

Amelia Wright

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This video tutorial demonstrates how to create a simple battery using an aluminum can, copper wire, salt, and water. The process involves preparing the can, assembling the internal components, and testing the battery's voltage. The video explains the chemical reaction that generates electricity and provides tips for safely handling materials. It also discusses connecting multiple batteries in series to increase voltage and offers insights into the project's background and safety considerations.

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10 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the first step in creating the aluminum can battery?

Adding salt to the can

Filling the can with water

Connecting the wires

Opening the top of the can

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which material is NOT needed to create the aluminum can battery?

Aluminum can

Copper wire

Salt

Plastic bottle

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What should you do after wrapping the copper wire around the paper towel?

Add salt to the can

Place it inside the can

Wrap it with aluminum foil

Connect it to a power source

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why is it important to ensure the copper does not touch the aluminum?

To avoid chemical reactions

To make the battery last longer

To increase the voltage

To prevent a short circuit

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How many volts does a single aluminum can battery approximately generate?

0.7 volts

1.5 volts

3 volts

5 volts

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the purpose of connecting multiple batteries in series?

To decrease the resistance

To make the battery smaller

To increase the current

To increase the voltage

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What chemical reaction occurs in the aluminum can battery?

Reaction between aluminum, oxygen, and water

Reaction between copper and salt

Reaction between aluminum and copper

Reaction between salt and water

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