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The project investigates the generation of electricity from fruit batteries, focusing on voltage output by using fruits as electrolytes. It aims to determine which type of fruit produces the most electrical energy, hypothesizing that citrus fruits will outperform non-citrus fruits due to their higher citric acid content. This study promotes awareness of eco-friendly energy sources and the conversion of chemical energy into electrical energy.

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District Science Expo

The project investigates the generation of electricity from fruit batteries, focusing on voltage output by using fruits as electrolytes. It aims to determine which type of fruit produces the most electrical energy, hypothesizing that citrus fruits will outperform non-citrus fruits due to their higher citric acid content. This study promotes awareness of eco-friendly energy sources and the conversion of chemical energy into electrical energy.

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District Science Expo

Learner Investigation Project

Project title: Generating electricity from fruit batteries a study


on voltage output

Introduction :

1. Key Concepts and Background

Electricity is generated when a chemical reaction occurs


between two different metals placed in a substance that can
conduct electricity, known as an electrolyte. Fruits contain
natural acids such as citric acid (in citrus fruits like lemons and
oranges) and malic acid (in apples), which can act as
electrolytes. When two electrodes, typically zinc (like a
galvanized nail) and copper, are inserted into the fruit, a small
electric current is generated due to the movement of electrons
from one electrode to the other through the acidic juice. This
setup acts like a basic electrochemical cell or fruit battery.

The electrical energy produced can be measured using a


voltmeter, and this experiment helps us understand concepts
such as voltage, chemical energy conversion, and conductivity.
The higher the acid content in the fruit, the more efficient it
may be as an electrolyte, thus potentially producing more
electricity.

2. Problem / Issue Identified

There is a growing interest in using alternative, eco-friendly,


and renewable sources of energy. This experiment investigates
whether fruits, which are biodegradable and widely available,
can serve as a small-scale, temporary energy source. This helps
raise awareness of how chemical energy can be converted into
electrical energy using simple, everyday items.

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3. Purpose / Aim

The aim of this investigation is to determine which type of fruit


produces the most electrical energy when used in a simple
electrochemical cell. This is measured in voltage (V) using a
voltmeter.

4. Research Question

Which type of fruit produces the most electrical energy


(voltage) when used as an electrolyte in a fruit battery?

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5. Hypothesis

It is hypothesized that citrus fruits such as lemons and oranges


will produce more electrical energy than non-citrus fruits like
bananas or apples. This is because citrus fruits have a higher
concentration of citric acid, which makes them better
conductors and therefore more effective as electrolyte.

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