Debating the use of electric cars (non-statutory)
I can debate the use of electric vehicles and their impact on the environment.
Debating the use of electric cars (non-statutory)
I can debate the use of electric vehicles and their impact on the environment.
These resources will be removed by end of Summer Term 2025.
Lesson details
Key learning points
- Traditional cars use petrol and diesel to make them move, whereas electric cars move using electricity from a battery.
- Carbon dioxide, emitted from petrol and diesel cars, is a greenhouse gas which contributes to global warming.
- Pure electric cars produce no carbon dioxide emissions when driving.
- Some cities have all electric public transport in order to lower carbon dioxide emissions and reduce air pollution.
- There has been public debate about the use electric of vehicles, with people on different sides citing pros and cons.
Keywords
Fuel - A fuel is something that can be used to generate heat or light..
Emissions - Emissions are materials released into the environment from a particular process.
Carbon dioxide - Carbon dioxide is a type of gas found in Earth's atmosphere.
Greenhouse gas - Gases which contribute towards global warming are called greenhouse gases.
Debate - A debate is a formal discussion in which opposing ideas are put forward and which usually ends with a vote.
Common misconception
There is an endless supply of fossil fuels on Earth. There are no downsides to electric cars.
Teaching slides will explain that fossil fuel is a finite resource. Children will have the chance to research the pros and cons of electric cars. Feedback slides will clarify these.
Equipment
None.
Licence
This content is © Oak National Academy Limited (2024), licensed on Open Government Licence version 3.0 except where otherwise stated. See Oak's terms & conditions (Collection 2).
Lesson video
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Starter quiz
6 Questions
petrol or diesel
human movement
wind
Exit quiz
6 Questions
