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Inverse Square Law

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The inverse square law is revealed when your class participates in this activity. They move a graph paper or perfboard square back and forth in a square of light to see how the intensity changes. You will definitely want to add this illuminating activity to your collection of physics demonstrations.

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Concepts
light intensity, light, inverse square law
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Additional Tags
inverse square law, light intensity, science
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Pros
  • Few materials yield intense learning outcomes
  • An explanation of concepts accompanies the procedure
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