Students learn how the electromagnetic spectrum, specifically the photon, function in x-rays and radiology, with this lesson and corresponding activities. The real-world application of the electromagnetic spectrum helps students understand how technology vastly improved throughout the twentieth century.
Electromagnetism: Mystery Boxes, X-Rays, and Radiology
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Summer Reading (Grades 9-12)
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Secondary Summer Reading and Writing Enrichment Activity Packet
This summer enrichment packet is focused on helping secondary students build or freshen reading and writing skills durin... -
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Summer Reading List -- Secondary
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Electromagnetism Glossary of Terms
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Coils and Electromagnets -- Student Worksheet -- Part 1
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Coils and Electromagnets -- Student Worksheet -- Part 2
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Can a Visible Light Outshine Infrared Radiation?
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Coils and Electromagnets -- Teacher's Guide
Learn that a live wire is able to show magnetic effects by deflecting compass needle; like regular, permanent magnets, a... -
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Electromagnetism -- Build Your Own Motor
Children see firsthand the relationship between electricity and magnetism, or electromagnetism, and how these forces are...
