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What's the Frequency, Roy G. Biv? Lesson PlanWhat's the Frequency, Roy G. Biv? Lesson Plan
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What's the Frequency, Roy G. Biv?

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Introduce starting space scientists to the electromagnetic spectrum, expecially the portion of visible light. Teach them about wavelength and frequesncy. Then give them a roll of adding machine tape and a manila folder to make a wavelenght model measurer! Detailed procedures and a worksheet are provided.

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electromagnetic spectrum, electromagnetism, wavelength, waves

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