Energy the Basics Lv3: Identify uses for electrical energy. Lv4: Define the term “Energy” Lv5: Explain what a powerstation is. Entrance activity Class Challenge Write down as many different things you can find in the home that use electricity. (2mins) Key Terms Energy, Electricity, Powerstation, Combustion, Generator.

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Energy the Basics Lv3: Identify uses for electrical energy. Lv4: Define the term “Energy” Lv5: Explain what a powerstation is. Entrance activity Class Challenge Write down as many different things you can find in the home that use electricity. (2mins) Key Terms Energy, Electricity, Powerstation, Combustion, Generator.

Key Word Alert Energy A source of power used to change, alter, or move something. We measure energy in something called Joules(J), but what do you think a Kilojoule(kJ) is?

Energy the Basics Lv3: Identify uses for electrical energy. Lv4: Define the term “Energy” Lv5: Explain what a powerstation is. Entrance activity Class Challenge Write down as many different things you can find in the home that use electricity. (2mins) Key Terms Energy, Electricity, Powerstation, Combustion, Generator.

Learning Activity Groups Discussion Where do you think the energy comes from for powering your home?

Key Word Alert Powerstation A place where electrical energy is generated from burning fossil fuels. Fossil fuels are chemicals we dig up from the group. There are three types- Oil, Coal, Gas. These can be burned to release the energy stored within them.

Powerstation Model Teacher Explanation

Learning Activity Attempt to complete the Generating Electricity worksheet. Include on your diagram labels for the: Cooling tower Turbine Generator Transformer Powerlines Furnace

Energy the Basics Lv3: Identify uses for electrical energy. Lv4: Define the term “Energy” Lv5: Explain what a powerstation is. Entrance activity Class Challenge Write down as many different things you can find in the home that use electricity. (2mins) Key Terms Energy, Electricity, Powerstation, Combustion, Generator.

Plenary Quick Check 1)Name the 3 different Fossil fuels. (Lv3) 2)Power stations turn ______ energy into ______ energy. (Lv4) 3)Name 5 things we use electricity for. (Lv3) 4)Give a definition of the word “Energy”. (Lv4) 5)Explain the function of a turbine in a powerstation? (Lv5) 6)What level have to achieved today?