Neon bulb – Make it Glow

Static electricity can light up a neon bulb, no batteries needed! Handling the bulb and observing the flashes are made easier by mounting the bulb in a black container.

Grades covered: 4 through 12
Curriculum Topics: Static electricity

Standards

Idea Sheets are cross-referenced to subjects listed in the Common Core, Next Generation Science Standards, and California Content Standards.

Categories include:
  • Physical Science
  • Grades 3-5
  • Grades 6-8
  • Science
Tags: Energy, Electricity
Subjects covered: ["Physical Science"]