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Hydro History Research
Hydro History Research
Now that you know about hydro power and how turbines function it is clear that water can be an effective form of energy. Other than turbines what else could water generate energy for? Plant growth, grinding flour and wheat, making paper, and so much more. So how long ago to you think water started being helpful as a form of energy? Learn about and create your own hydro turbine to research the history of this powerful source of energy. Watch this video to the left to gain an overview hydro history.
Conducting Research
Conducting Research
By following along with the video, above, you will learn many historical developments that occurred overtime with hydro power. Next, use the webpages, below, to help you discover how the more about the history of hydropower. While you investigate, complete a timeline based on the historical facts you learn about along the way AND by investigating independently.
https://www.eia.gov/kids/energy.php?page=tl_hydropower
https://www.energy.gov/eere/water/history-hydropower
https://www.hydropower.org/a-brief-history-of-hydropower
We suggest using Google Slides to create your timeline (plus it will be good practice for your SHARK TANK presentation) but Google Docs or pencil and paper will work just fine. Be sure to add photos where you can to make your timeline more creative.
Share what you've made!
Share what you've made!
Post pictures of your finished project (timeline) on the PicoOnline Padlet by clicking the following link: Click here
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