In this lab students learn how to construct series, parallel, combined, and advanced circuits in our virtual lab using a variety of equipment, including batteries, light bulbs, switches, resistors, diodes, voltmeters, and ammeters.
With FutureLab's component-based architecture, circuits are created by selecting the component of choice and placing it in the Lab Window. Connections between components are easily made and are presented in a photorealistic style. Once connected, the experiment is run with an on-off switch, just as it is in a traditional classroom lab.
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In this experiment, we've created a parallel circuit using a battery, a resistor, a voltmeter, and two ammeters. |
To view a sample of the procedures and questions in this lab, click here.
Circuits for Physical Science contains the following experiments:
Experiment 1 - Series Circuits with Resistors
Experiment 2 - Series Circuits with Light Bulbs
Experiment 3 - Parallel Circuits with Light Bulbs
Experiment 4 - Parallel Circuits with Resistors
Experiment 5 - Combined Circuits with Resistors
Experiment 6 - Advanced Circuits with Diodes
Each experiment features a Practice and several Standard Setups.
