Document Type
Document
Publication Date
Summer 2018
Abstract
The document is meant to act as a resource for elementary through middle school teachers, featuring a science activity connected to Indiana state standards with grade-appropriate science connections aimed toward 5th, 6th, 7th, and 8th grade.
The Curie point of a metal is the temperature at which it loses its magnetic characteristics. Heat can cause magnets to stop being magnetic, which is why heating up magnets is not advised. The engine works because the Curie point of nickel is 354 degrees Celsius, a temperature that can be reached with a simple candle flame. Included are instructions about how to build your own engine and how to extend this activity for an entire classroom to experiment and build.
Recommended Citation
Knight, Emily, "Educational Resources: Curie Point Engine" (2018). Chemistry & Biochemistry Student Projects. 10.
https://pillars.taylor.edu/chemistry-student/10
Included in
Analytical Chemistry Commons, Inorganic Chemistry Commons, Organic Chemistry Commons, Other Chemistry Commons, Physical Chemistry Commons
Notes
Faculty Mentor: Dr. Patricia Stan