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Can You Call a Cell Phone in the Microwave?

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Next match: cell phone versus microwave! A lesson in a larger physics playlist compares frequencies of cell phones and microwaves and their interactions. Experimenting reveals microwaves block cell tower signals but allow WiFi signals to get through.

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CCSS: Adaptable
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Instructional Ideas
  • Extend the investigation radio waves
  • Create a number line showing the frequency of different electronic devices as notes
Classroom Considerations
  • Expects background knowledge of wave frequency
  • This video is hosted on YouTube
Pros
  • Includes additional resources on similar topics
  • Highlights scientific vocabulary throughout the lesson
Cons
  • None