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$Diffraction$

Diffraction

This activity from the Exploratorium provides an introduction to the diffraction of light which indicates its wavelike properties. Two pencils are used to create a slit through which a flashlight bulb or candle's light is examined. The site contains an explanation of the observed interference patterns, additional materials that can be experimented with, and an extension activity. This activity is part of Exploratorium's Science Snacks series.... Show More

Keywords:: stem education, workforce development, technician training, advanced technological education

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Science and Technology / Physics

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Material Type:: Reference Material
Date Added to MERLOT:: July 18, 2016
Date Modified in MERLOT:: July 18, 2016
Author:: Exploratorium (Organization)
Submitter:: Barbra Bied Sperling

Primary Audience:: Grade School, Middle School, High School, College General Ed, College Lower Division, College Upper Division, Graduate School, Professional
Technical Format:: Website
Mobile Compatibility:: Not specified at this time
Language:: English
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