Interested in finding new ways to explore the mathematical beauty of light waves? Vernier physics experts Josh Ence and Fran Poodry demonstrate hands-on investigations that help students discover the wave properties of light through data collection and mathematical analysis.
From ray diagrams to spectroscopy, these investigations work equally well in high school physics classrooms and college laboratories.
You will:
- Explore strategies for demonstrating the inverse square law and helping students discover the mathematical relationship between illumination and distance
- Learn techniques for guiding students through optics investigations, including practical tips for exploring real and virtual images with thin lenses and mirrors
- Discover how to use spectroscopy to make abstract concepts like electron energy levels and photon emissions visible and measurable in your classroom
- Find out how to connect wave mathematics to real-world phenomena
