Efficiency in the Home

Electricity

D3: Identify and estimate energy inputs and outputs for example devices and systems, and evaluate the efficiency of energy conversions

  • I can identify the forms of energy inputs and outputs in a device or system

  • I understand how to determine the number of watts used by a device using the formula P=IV

  • I understand how to determine the total amount of energy consumed using the formula E=Pt

  • I understand the laws of conservation of energy and that all energy conversions have waste energy

  • I can calculate its efficiency

  • I can investigate and describe techniques for reducing waste of energy in common household devices


7 - Electricity in the Home

View the video lesson below. Complete the learning guide for this section as you watch. A copy of the Google Slides is available here.

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Extra Practice

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