Imagine the Universe - The Electromagnetic Spectrum

Author:

Jim Lochner

Subject:

Science and Technology

Institution:

NASA

Collection:

NASA

Level:

Secondary

Abstract:

This activity will help students understand how white light is broken up into its component colors by a diffraction grating and what the relationships are between the wavelength, frequency, and energy of light. Objectives, applicable standards, and prerequisite materials are described, and instructions and a materials list are provided.

Course Type:

Learning Module

Language:

English

Material Type:

Activities and Labs

Media Format:

Graphics/Photos, Text/HTML

Conditions of Use:

Public Domain
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