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Energy from the sun travels millions of miles, and actually helps you move your thumb. Observe how reactions work together to release and consume energy, such as the power of a river grinding grains, which allows processes to occur. The resource explores the coupled reactions that occur between the sun and humans moving their thumbs to finish the lesson.
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Instructional Ideas
- After the video, have learners research to find more examples of coupled reactions found within the human body
- Place learners in pairs and during video, have them record four coupled reactions that occur between the energy of the sun and them holding up their thumb then discuss
Classroom Considerations
- Classroom must have a computer, projection system, and Internet access to show the video
- Part 14 in a series of 37
Pros
- Great analogy of a water wheel used to power something else engages learners
- Very interesting discussion involving how the energy from the sun goes to your thumb
Cons
- None