Want to see your class flip out over a simple question? Blow their minds and challenge young physicists using a video from an engaging physics playlist. The narrator demonstrates how mirrors show only what they are presented and discusses flips in the x, y, and z orientations.

Concepts

mirrors, 3-d, x and y axis, reflections, making observations

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Additional Tags

science

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Instructional Ideas

• Use the video to introduce the basics of 3-D orientation
• Bring mirrors to class and have groups try the demonstrations for themselves

Classroom Considerations

• Ensure pupils understand directional references to x- and y- axes prior to viewing

• This video is hosted on YouTube

Pros

• The resource is a unique way to examine mirrors and reflection
• Explains each scenario thoroughly

Cons

• None

Common Core

SL.9-10.2