Discover the awesome potential of hydrogen fuel cells — the energy of the future! Assemble and power a working model truck that actually runs on water. First, add water and watch as the fuel cell separates the liquid into hydrogen and oxygen gases. Then, the same fuel cell combines those stored gases to produce electricity that powers your vehicle across the floor!
When produced sustainably, hydrogen holds a key for climate-neutral, renewable electricity. This experiment kit provides an insight into the possibilities that hydrogen can offer and highlights the principles of fuel cell vehicles that are currently changing the real world of transportation. Roll up your sleeves and discover more through experiments and demonstrations you can do on your own, in a classroom, or with friends. Your model truck can also be powered by standard batteries, allowing for hands-on learning about the difference between these two energy sources. The full-color, 32-page experiment manual offers illustrated assembly instructions, experiments, and scientific explanations.
- Experience firsthand how hydrogen fuel cells work by building and experimenting with a working model truck that uses this sustainable energy solution to operate.
- Learn about the importance of green energy as you generate your own hydrogen fuel with a reversible fuel cell
- Discover the advantages and challenges of battery-powered and hydrogen-powered vehicles while making connections to real-world applications
- Experiment with loads and inclines to test your truck’s performance
- Combines intuitive design, cutting-edge science, and authentic, relevant STEM lessons into one fun, engaging science kit.
- 25th Anniversary Edition: Thames & Kosmos’s first product was The Fuel Cell Car & Experiment Kit, first sold in 2001.
STEM
Alternative Energy
Age 10+
STEM
Alternative Energy
Age 10+
