Racing Through Waves Of Radiation

Units included in Racing Through Waves of Radiation

Laser Tag
- 360 Video
- Learn about various types of electromagnetic waves as well as the difference between coherent versus dispersed types of light.
Makin’ Waves
- 2D Video
- Topics Covered
  - Traits of primary & secondary waves
  - Mechanical vs. electromagnetic waves
  - Concepts of amplitude, wavelength, frequency
Marie Curie & Radiation
- Read Aloud Book in a Dark room with a flashlight
- Curie’s contribution to advances in electromagnetic radiation & radioactivity • History of and science behind X-ray machine technology
Microscopy with Wendy
- 360 Video about Microscopes
- Topics Covered
  - Advantages of digital imagery
  - Electron microscope vs. light microscope
Neon Pulse
- Game
- Pick your pace for this classic car racing game that gains momentum with correctly selected answers.

Age Group: High School
Category: Physical Science
NGSS: HS-PS4-1, HS-PS4-2, HS-PS4-3, HS-PS4-4
Runtime: 30-40 min

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