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What Wavelength Was That? PPTWhat Wavelength Was That? PPT
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What Wavelength Was That?

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A combination of informative text, photos, and graphics comprise this sharp show on electromagnetic radiation. Some slides mention hands-on activities for demonstrating concepts, so if you want to include them you will need to figure out a procedure and materials (not explicitly described). Because this explains electromagnetic radiation in terms of photons and explains the mathematical formula for wavelengths, it may be most appropriate for middle school or high school physical science learners.

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electromagnetic spectrum, electromagnetism, visible light, light, wavelength, waves, radiation, radio waves, ultraviolet rays, x-rays

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electromagnetic spectrum, radiation, visible light, frequency, gamma ray, infrared energy, radio waves, ultraviolet waves, uv rays, wavelength, x-ray, science
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Grade
7th - 12th
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Science
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Number of Slides
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Physics Midterm Exam #3 - Electromagnetic Radiation

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True-false and multiple-choice questions are posed in Part A of this exam, covering the topic of electromagnetic radiation. In Part B, problems relating to refraction must be solved. This is a well-rounded exam that will help you...
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Collecting Electromagnetic Radiation

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Astronomy is literally over your head, but this lesson will explain how we study it. Young scientists make telescopes, calculate and compare the light gathering power of lenses, and simulate detection of infared radiation....
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The Electromagnetic Spectrum

NASA
Did you realize the visible light spectrum is less than three percent of the electromagnetic spectrum? A hands-onlesson includes five activities and experiments for scholars to explore and discover many advanced science concepts. They...
5th - 8th Science
CCSS: Adaptable
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The Electromagnetic Radiation (Light ~ the Supreme Informant!)

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This short slide show applies the electromagnetic spectrum to astronomy. First, electromagnetic radiation is introduced to viewers. Wavelength is defined and its unit of measurement explained. Finally, aspiring astronomers find that the...
9th - 12th Science
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How Quantum Mechanics Explains Global Warming

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What do quantum mechanics and global warming have to do with each other? More than you might think. Surprisingly, this video explains how it's not the energy emitted from the sun that causes the problem, but how the infrared radiation...
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PS4B - Electomagnetic Radiation

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What do science scholars need to know about electromagnetic radiation? Get in depth with standard PS4B from the Next Generation Science Standards. The narrator discusses the parts of the electromagnetic spectrum, wave and particle...
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Is Radiation Dangerous?

TED-Ed
Not all radiation is hazardous. Electromagnetic radiation is pure energy. Nuclear radiation comes from the atomic nucleus in which isotopes become unstable and radioactive. Share this video with your class to explore the types of...
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Electromagnetic Radiation

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Read Works: Electromagnetic Radiation

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[Free Registration/Login Required] An informational text about electromagnetic radiation and the effects it creates. A question sheet is available to help students build skills in reading comprehension.
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