Circuit Construction kit

An electronic kit in your computer! Build circuits with resistors, light bulbs, batteries, and switches. Take measurements with the realistic ammeter and voltmeter. View the circuit as a schematic diagram, or switch to a life-like view.

Other options for exploration:

  • Discuss basic electricity relationships
  • Build circuits from schematic drawings.
  • Use an ammeter and voltmeter to take readings in circuits.
  • Provide reasoning to explain the measurements and relationship in circuits.
  • Discuss basic electricity relationships in series and parallel circuits.
  • Provide reasoning to explain the measurements in circuits.
  • Determine the resistance of common objects in the "Grab Bag".
Resource ID#: 50766 Type: Virtual Manipulative
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Direct Link: http://phet.colorado.edu/en/simulation/circuit-construction-kit-dc

General Information

Subject(s): Science
Grade Level(s): 9, 10, 11, 12
Intended Audience: Educators educators, Students , Parents
Suggested Technology: Adobe Acrobat Reader, Java Plugin
Keywords: Circuits, Light bulbs, Batteries, Switches, Ammeter, Voltmeter
Instructional Component Type(s): Virtual Manipulative
Resource Collection: Games and Simulations

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