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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:
Physical Science, Diffraction Pattern, Diffraction and Interference, NSDL, Optics, Waves, Physics, Wavelength, Engineering, General Science, Human Senses and Perception, Wave Properties, Conducting Investigations, Diffraction Patterns, Light, Chemistry, Vibrations and Waves, Light and Optics, Vision, Education, Vibration and Waves, Physical Sciences
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Material Type:
Simulation
Date Added to MERLOT:
July 27, 2016
Date Modified in MERLOT:
June 21, 2021
Authors:

Submitter:
Barbra Bied Sperling
Hispanic Serving Institution
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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