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Slinkies® are a great tool for visualizing waves. Pupils work in groups to create both transverse and longitudinal waves before using a polarizer to analyze the ways they are able to travel.
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Adaptable
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Instructional Ideas
- Use a digital camera to capture waves and slow them down for analysis
Classroom Considerations
- Large Slinkies® are easier to use than the smaller sizes
- You may need to rearrange the classroom in order to have room for each group to work with their Slinky®
- The third lesson in a series of nine
Pros
- Highlights vocabulary throughout to allow for easier understanding
- Includes homework questions
- Provides many great ideas for extending the lesson
Cons
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