How much energy do YOU use?

Kill-A-Watt_Meter
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Intended Grade Level(s):
7-8
Learning Goal(s):

Students will be able to: • Explain the difference between power and energy • Proficiently use a “Kill-A-Watt” meter to determine the power and total energy usage of everyday devices • Compare the total energy used by common household devices • Brainstorm different ways we can conserve electrical energy

Lesson Number:
3
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Description:

Students will learn the difference between energy and power. They will then use this new understanding to compare the energy and power difference of light bulbs (incandescent, halogen, fluorescent, and LED) using a tool called a “Kill-A-Watt” meter. Students will also perform simple calculations to find the total amount of energy used if the power usage and number of hours a device is used is known. This lesson is related to Debbie Frankel’s lesson, called “Home Energy Consumption”. This is suitable as a stand-alone lesson.

Science Kit Material(s) Used:
Kill-A-Watt Meter
Other Material(s) Used:
Associated handouts, assortment of home electronics