Behavior of Light Reflection refraction diffraction and transmission

Behavior of Light Reflection, refraction, diffraction, and transmission

What’s a Wave • Content Goals: – List and define the types of waves. – Give examples of each type of wave – Compare and contrast each wave form. – Develop a working definition for “wave. ”

What’s a Wave • Science Process Goals: – Collaborate with a team to reach a common goal. – Take notes using a science text. – Synthesize information from multiple texts to answer a question. – Develop a concise explanation and share it with a large group.

Readings • Physics for Kids: Waves: From ducksters. com • Physics Classroom: Categories of Waves

Activity: Jigsaw • Each group will receive 2 readings about wave forms. Each group will assign the following roles: – Readers (1 -2) per group: Read the selection out loud to the recorder or to self. – Recorders (1 -2) per group: Take notes to answer the key questions related to wave forms. Organize information from class discussion about waves on a Venn Diagram. – Reporters (1 per group): Report back to the class to answer questions.

Mechanical Waves • Define mechanical waves • Give 2 examples of mechanical waves:

Electromagnetic Waves • Define EM waves: • Give 2 examples of EM waves:

Wave Motions • Define a transverse wave: • Give >3 examples of transverse waves:

Wave Motions • Define a longitudinal wave: • Give >3 examples of longitudinal waves:

Compare and Contrast

Conclusions • Waves can be described in many different ways, what are some of the differences? • What do all waves have in common, e. g. what is a wave?