Science Behind Everyday Things: Understanding How Fans, Fridges, and Lights Work

Ever wondered how a fan cools you down or how a fridge keeps food fresh? This course takes young minds on a fascinating journey to explore the science behind everyday objects. Through interactive lessons and fun experiments, kids will learn how common household items work, the principles behind them, and how science makes our daily life easier and more efficient.
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What you'll learn

  • Understand basic scientific principles behind common household items
  • Explore how electricity powers everyday devices like lights and fans
  • Discover how cooling systems work in fridges and air conditioners
  • Learn about simple circuits and how they control appliances
  • Apply scientific knowledge through hands-on activities and experiments

Course content

  • How Fans Work: Electric Motor and Air Movement
  • Types of Fans: Ceiling Fans, Table Fans, and Exhaust Fans
  • Air Conditioners: How Cool Air is Generated
  • Activity: Make a Simple Paper Fan and Understand Air Flow
  • How Refrigerators Work: The Cooling Cycle
  • The Role of Refrigerants in Cooling
  • Insulation: Keeping Cold Air In and Hot Air Out
  • Activity: Create a Mini Cooling System Using Ice Cubes and a Box
  • Basics of Electricity and Light Bulbs
  • Incandescent, LED, and CFL Bulbs – How They Differ
  • How Light Switches and Circuits Work
  • Activity: Make a Simple Circuit to Light Up a Bulb
  • How Motors Power Fans and Blenders
  • The Role of Gears in Toys and Appliances
  • Understanding Electric Motors: AC vs. DC Motors
  • Activity: Build a Basic Motor Using Batteries and Wires
  • How Electricity is Generated and Distributed
  • Energy-Efficient Appliances: How They Save Power
  • The Importance of Reducing Energy Waste
  • Activity: Conduct an Energy Audit in Your Home

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