Van de Graaff Generator Concepts

Van de Graaff Generator Concepts

Assessment

Interactive Video

Physics, Science

5th - 8th Grade

Practice Problem

Hard

Created by

Aiden Montgomery

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Ms. Wright welcomes visitors to the Museum of Science and Energy, introducing the Van de Graaff generator, which produces static electricity and alters appearance. She explains its internal workings, including rollers, a belt, and a metal cone that strips electrons, creating a strong positive charge. Volunteers experience a unique sensation as their hair repels due to positive charges. Ms. Wright invites everyone to visit the museum in Oak Ridge or check their website for more information.

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6 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary function of the Van de Graaff generator?

To produce static electricity

To generate magnetic fields

To create sound waves

To emit light

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What unusual effect does the Van de Graaff generator have on a person's appearance?

It changes their skin color

It makes their hair stand up

It makes them glow

It alters their voice

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What components are found inside the Van de Graaff generator?

A motor and a fan

A roller, a belt, and a metal cone

A battery and a light bulb

A magnet and a coil

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does the Van de Graaff generator build up a positive charge?

By stripping away electrons

By adding protons

By emitting photons

By attracting neutrons

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What happens to a person's hair when they use the Van de Graaff generator?

It changes color

It becomes curly

It repels and stands up

It falls out

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Where can you try the Van de Graaff generator?

At a shopping mall

At a nearby park

At the American Museum of Science and Energy

At the local library

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