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Xploration DIY Sci: Electricity

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"Xploration DIY Sci: Electricity" is an exciting educational video hosted by Steve Spangler. It dives into the fascinating world of electricity, teaching viewers how to harness its power through engaging experiments. Learn how to make your own lemon battery and discover the science behind static electricity. The video explores key concepts like volts, amperage, and the principles of series circuits, making it a perfect resource for students interested in physical sciences. Discover the historical significance of inventions like the Van de Graaff generator and appreciate the electrical genius of figures like Nikola Tesla and Thomas Edison. The importance of responsible handling of electricity is emphasized to ensure safety while experimenting. The combination of practical hands-on activities and intriguing scientific history makes this video relevant and engaging for school-aged audiences, offering a comprehensive look at the foundational and captivating concepts of electricity.

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Runtime: 22 minutes 6 seconds

Science-themed birthday cake in the foreground is decorated with a tipped-over beaker oozing green slime icing that drips over the sides. The cake is labeled “DIY SCI.” Colorful confetti falls in the background.
Xploration DIY Sci
Season 4 / Ep 1
22 minutes 6 seconds
Grade Level: 7 - 12
From above, we see two glass bowls with candy, next to two glasses of water. A box of M&Ms sits nearby.
Xploration DIY Sci
Season 4 / Ep 2
22 minutes 6 seconds
Grade Level: 7 - 12
Close-up of the sign in front of a museum that reads, “The Franklin Institute Science Museum." A smaller sign below reads, “Education and Conference Center Entrance.”
Xploration DIY Sci
Season 4 / Ep 3
22 minutes 6 seconds
Grade Level: 7 - 12
From above, we see a saucepan filled with green liquid and a wooden spoon. A box of food coloring sits nearby.
Xploration DIY Sci
Season 4 / Ep 4
22 minutes 6 seconds
Grade Level: 7 - 12
From above, a person handles a bag of ice with gloved hands. Nearby is a plate with a wedge of ice and another plate full of ice chips.
Xploration DIY Sci
Season 4 / Ep 5
22 minutes 6 seconds
Grade Level: 7 - 12
We see a child’s toy set with six test tubes, each filled with clear liquid and colorful bubbles.
Xploration DIY Sci
Season 4 / Ep 7
22 minutes 7 seconds
Grade Level: 7 - 12
In the foreground, we see a glass of water and two tall beakers: one with clear fluid that foams toward the top and another with blue liquid. A woman stands by, smiling with safety glasses on.
Xploration DIY Sci
Season 4 / Ep 8
22 minutes 6 seconds
Grade Level: 7 - 12
In the foreground, a person holds up a yellow water balloon with a large skewer through it. A student watches with awe in the background.
Xploration DIY Sci
Season 4 / Ep 9
22 minutes 6 seconds
Grade Level: 7 - 12
From above, we see four people looking up towards a floating parachute as a camera operator kneels in the background.
Xploration DIY Sci
Season 5 / Ep 4
22 minutes 11 seconds
Grade Level: 7 - 12
Person stretches out a giant glob of clear sparkly slime, as it oozes through their fingers.
Xploration DIY Sci
Season 3 / Ep 4
22 minutes 15 seconds
Grade Level: 4 - 9