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Which travels faster, light or sound? Scholars work in groups to simulate the ability for waves to travel through solids, liquids, gases, and through a vacuum. Then, they learn about the properties of a mystery wave and must determine the wave type.
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Instructional Ideas
- Use two cups and a string to create a toy phone and discuss how sound travels from one cup to the next
Classroom Considerations
- Relies on prior knowledge of solids, liquids, and gases
- Lesson states that electromagnetic waves are light waves; while light waves are electromagnetic waves, most electromagnetic waves are not light (i.e. X-rays and radio waves among many others)—be sure to correct this as you teach the lesson
Pros
- Uses basic materials
- Engages multiple learning styles
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- None