The Thunder Bolt

Concordia’s math and science club recently spent an afternoon testing the capacities of different metals to make batteries. 

Students connected positive and negative ends of a voltmeter to different metals that were soaking in a salt solution, to see how voltages varied between metals. 

“This experiment is interesting and it’s a good chance to catch up on concepts from AP Chemistry that I may have forgotten,” said club leader Jinseo (G12).  

“It’s interesting because it wasn’t just from a textbook, it was actually happening before my eyes. Doing such practical experiments, I found it easier to understand the material,” said Kota (G10). 

“The whole concept was new to me because I did not realize how making batteries and generating electricity was so accessible,” said Jae Eun (G11), adding. “It was cool how we could make batteries from everyday items.” 

“C-MAS is for fun math and science activities. In addition to the battery experiment, we have also done some math and science quizzes, and some chemical experiments, for example turning cooking oil into fuel. It’s a fun club where you can come and enjoy it with your interests in Math and Science,” Binh Minh (G11).  

Jinseo shared her vision for the club.

“I feel a sense of pride helping high school students expand their learning beyond the textbook and actually applying their learning to the hands-on experiments we do,” Jinseo added. “We also explore theoretical principles and discuss different STEM-related topics. We’re committed to providing a place to explore STEM beyond the classroom.”

Learn more about Concordia’s high school program.