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Electromagnetic Radiation on Trial

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Students examine general properties of electromagnetic waves, identify position of each type of radiation in spectrum, discuss methods used to detect and analyze waves, and analyze relation between specific wave properties and their position in spectrum.

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electromagnetic radiation, electromagnetism, spectra

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electromagnetic radiation, spectra, science
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Grade
9th - 12th
Subjects
Science
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Resource Type
Lesson Plans
Audience
For Teacher Use
Duration
21 days
Instructional Strategies
Project-Based Learning
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