How Does a Hydroelectric Dam Work? — Reading Comprehension
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Grades
- 3
- 4
- 5
- 6
- 7
Standards
- MS-ESS3-1
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This NGSS-aligned science passage for middle school students explains how hydroelectric dams work to produce clean, renewable electricity. It describes the process step-by-step—from water stored in a reservoir flowing through turbines to spinning a generator and sending power through electrical lines. The text highlights the environmental benefits of using water power, along with challenges such as flooding and changes to river habitats. This passage supports NGSS standard MS-ESS3-1 and helps build student understanding of renewable energy systems, sustainability, and real-world engineering solutions through vocabulary-rich, age-appropriate content.
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