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Mystic Aquarium: STEM Mentoring: Energy Engineers Session 6: Energy from the Ocean
Description: Mentees will learn about energy from the ocean. Then they will build a model of their own ocean energy invention. The STEM Mentoring program is designed for youth ages 6 to 10 working with a mentor in small groups of four mentees per mentor; however, this activity is adaptable to a wide range of ages and is appropriate for youth in elementary and middle school.
Topics explored: Describe how energy from ocean waves and currents can be harnessed and converted into electricity; Give examples of ocean energy devices; and Design and build a model of an ocean energy device.Education Level
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Subject
• Env Science
• Engineering
Topic
• Energy Basics
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