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Diffraction

Diffraction

In this optics activity, demonstrate diffraction using a candle or a small bright flashlight bulb and a slide made with two pencils. Learners will observe the diffraction pattern and learn that light has wavelike properties.

Keywords:
Diffraction Pattern, NSDL, Biological Science, Physics, Wavelength, Human Senses and Perception, Wave Properties, Conducting Investigations, Diffraction Patterns, Chemistry, Vibrations and Waves, Light and Optics, Vision, Physical Sciences, Life Science, Physical Science, Diffraction and Interference, Optics, Waves, Engineering, General Science, Life Sciences, Light, Education, Vibration and Waves
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Material Type:
Simulation
Date Added to MERLOT:
July 27, 2016
Date Modified in MERLOT:
August 30, 2017
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Submitter:
Barbra Bied Sperling
Primary Audience:
Grade School, Middle School, High School
Technical Format:
Website
Mobile Compatibility:
Not specified at this time
Language:
English
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No
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Unknown
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