World of Wires Worksheet

Feature Story

1. Why are condors and other large birds killed when they land on power poles, while smaller birds are not?

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2. What is being done to prevent endangered condors from dying this way?

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Science Concepts

3. What is a circuit?

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Advanced Science Concepts

4. What is electromagnetic induction?

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5. How does the process of electromagnetic induction work?

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Do the Safe Thing

6. Do you or your family ever use ladders or long tools when working outside around your home? What precautions should be taken to stay safe when doing so?

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