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Building a Dark Detector Kit

$22.00
(in stock)

Description

Grades 9–12. Students build their own functioning night-light (dark detector) using LEDs, a transistor, a light-dependent resistor (LDR), and resistors in this classic introduction to transistors. Using this kit and free downloadable Carolina Essentials™ activity guide, students can learn:

  • How electronic light sensors operate
  • How LDRs control current flow, how LEDs demonstrate characteristics of semiconductors, and how both devices rely on the photoelectric effect
  • How NPN transistors function, with their 3 elements acting as a solid-state switch

Reference several phenomena during your lessons on electricity using this great piece of tech. Click the Resources tab to view and download the Carolina Essentials™ activity guide, Energy Transformations in a Dark Detector. Kit materials support 1 to 3 students. To further explore circuits, the photoelectric effect, and other related phenomena, see the Determining Planck's Constant with LEDs: Investigating the Photoelectric Effect and Electronic Light Sensors Kit (item #754030).

Specifications

What’s Included:
  • 1 Mini Breadboard
  • 2 D Battery Holders
  • 1 Resistor, 330 Ω
  • 1 Resistor, 470 Ω
  • 1 Resistor, 10 kΩ
  • 1 Resistor, 100 kΩ
  • 1 NPN Transistor
  • 1 LED, Red
  • 1 Light-Dependent Resistor (LDR)
Needed But Not Included:
  • 1 Wire, 22 Gauge (item #972626)
  • 1 Wire Stripper (item #756525)
  • 2 D Batteries (item #756317 or #756336)
  • 2 Alligator Clip Leads (item #756521)
Return Policy:

If for any reason you are not satisfied with this item, it is eligible for a return, exchange, refund, or credit up to 180 days from date of purchase. Restrictions may apply. Returns & Exchanges Policy.

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