Science of Hydropower – Water Pressure and Flow Lab – Teacher

Summary

Teacher guide for an activity where students model the relationship between water height, pressure, and flow rate using a jug-and-tube setup, then connect their results to how hydroelectric dams generate electricity. Includes full setup instructions, materials list, safety notes, and an answer key for all analysis and conclusion questions. Designed for groups of 2 to 4, this hands-on lab works well for a high school Earth science or APES energy unit.