Maglev
Grades 4-8
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Discover
the history and science behind MagLev vehicles. Students work to
assemble and test a prototype train. Students will collect and analyze
data to determine the most cost-effective train design.
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BNL Science Link: Coming Soon
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Vocabulary
maglev, attract,
repel, magnetic field, Figure of Merit (FOM)
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Lesson Objectives
1) Demonstrate an
understanding of magnetic North and South poles, and the scientific
principle of like poles repel, opposite poles attract.
2) Discover that MagLev uses
repelling magnets.
3) Work in engineering teams
to complete an engineering
challenge.
4) Collect and analyze data
to determine the efficiency of
the constructed vehicle using a Figure of
Merit formula.
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National Science Education Standards
Content Standard A- Science as Inquiry
Content Standard D- Earth and Space Science
Content Standard F- Science in Personal and Social Perspective
New York State
Learning Standards
Math, Science, Technology Standards 1, 3, 4, 5, 6,
7
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Last Modified: August 14, 2009
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Sarah Maine
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