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This Lines on Paper - Laser Box activity also includes:
See what you cannot see by getting a little creative. An intriguing lesson has learners use lasers to explore X-ray diffraction. Given a box with unknown structures, they shine a laser through the box and interpret the results. Enlightened, they make the connection between their models and the challenges associated with nanotechnology.
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Instructional Ideas
- Have pupils create a list of challenges they encountered during the lab activities
- Ask individuals to create their own grating to give to a partner to explore
Classroom Considerations
- Emphasize safety precautions for working with lasers
Pros
- Provides background knowledge to share with pupils prior to the activity
- Includes student handouts with answer keys
Cons
- Worksheet two is only available as an answer key