Science of Hydropower Exit Ticket

Summary

This hydropower exit ticket provides a quick, visual way to assess high school student understanding. The prompt asks students to describe the process of producing hydroelectric power, ensuring they can explain the energy conversions taking place. This formative assessment helps teachers quickly gauge whether students have grasped the core concepts of hydropower.


Describe the process of producing hydroelectric power from a traditional hydroelectric dam on a river.  Be sure to describe the energy conversions taking place.

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