Electrical To Thermal Energy

Learn how electrical energy is produced from earth's natural resources. In this interactive tutorial, explore the process to power buildings and other electronic devices.
Resource ID#: 173453 Type: Original Student Tutorial
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Subject(s): Science
Grade Level(s): 5
Intended Audience: Students
Keywords: electricity, electrical energy, 5th grade, electric charge, thermal, thermal energy, thermal energy transfer, geothermal energy, solar energy, solar, geothermal, power, power plant, power sources, heat, heat transfer, battery, dam, wind, wind turbine, oil, sun, water, fossil fuel, sunlight, earth's heat, charged particles, molecules, temperature, hot, cold, flow, electrical devices, technology, computer, interactive, tutorials, elearing, e-learning
Instructional Component Type(s): Original Student Tutorial
Resource Collection: Original Student Tutorials Science - Grades K-8

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