This is a learning material with an activity on how electromagnets work whereby learners are exposed to different scientific skills and methods to make science meaningful to them and develop their capacity to investigate.
Objective
A. Describe how electromagnets work.
B. Construct a model of electromagnet.
C. Show appreciation on the importance of electromagnets in common electrical devices and appliances.
Curriculum Information
Education Type
K to 12
Grade Level
Grade 5
Learning Area
Science
Content/Topic
Force and Motion
Intended Users
Competencies
Infer that electricity can be used to produce magnets
Design an experiment to determine the factors that affect the strength of the electromagnet