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Subject: How do I increase the voltage in my home made battery

Date: Fri Jan 12 22:52:35 2001
Posted by laura
Grade level: 7-9 School: Hartland Middle School
City: Hartland State/Province: Conn. Country: USA
Area of science: Engineering
ID: 979357955.Eg
Message:

I have built, with the help of my uncle, a home made battery.  I have used 
six 2x3 inch pieces of aluminum and six 2x3 pieces of titanium.  I am 
using tooth picks as an insulator between the plates.  I am using 8oz. 
vinegar to start the corrosion process to produce electricity. I can only 
get about 1 volt from my battery.  The voltage drops off rather quickly 
when I hook up my 3 volt bulb.  Any suggestions on how to increase my 
current flow?



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