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What are the best materials for preventing sunburn? Young scholars consider this question as they test materials for the presence of ultraviolet light. They use a string of beads that changes color with different intensities of UV light.
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Instructional Ideas
- Have pupils create and label a continuum of the different wavelengths of light
- Ask pupils to create a list of materials they would like to test for UV light transmission
Classroom Considerations
- Expects previous experience with the light spectrum
Pros
- Includes questions to ask during the experimental investigation
- Adaptable to various grade levels
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- None