๐ Lesson: Waves & Electromagnetic Radiation
Understand wave types, properties, and the electromagnetic spectrum
Introduction & Vocabulary
Key terms and concepts for understanding waves
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Transverse vs Longitudinal Waves
Based on the direction of particle motion relative to wave travel
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Mechanical vs Electromagnetic Waves
Based on the medium required for propagation
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Electromagnetic Waves & Spectrum
Understanding EM waves and the electromagnetic spectrum
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Parts of a Wave: Wavelength & Frequency
Key measurements and properties of waves
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Real Life Applications
How electromagnetic waves are used in everyday life
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Practice & Revision
Test your understanding of wave concepts
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๐งช Interactive Simulations
Explore waves through hands-on interactive simulations
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Mechanical Waves Simulation
Explore how mechanical waves travel through different mediums. Create waves with a dripping faucet, audio speaker, or laser! Observe transverse and longitudinal waves in action.
Launch Simulation
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Electromagnetic Waves Lab
Discover the relationship between electromagnetic fields and waves. Explore radio waves, microwaves, infrared, visible light, UV, X-rays, and gamma rays across the spectrum.
Launch Simulation