Electromagnetic Wave Propagation

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Direct Link: http://micro.magnet.fsu.edu/primer/java/polarizedlight/emwave/index.html
  • Observe that light is composed of oscillating electric and magnetic waves
  • Explore the propagation of an electromagnetic wave through its electric and magnetic field vectors
  • Observe the difference in propagation of light of different wavelengths

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Subject(s): Science, English Language Arts
Grade Level(s): 11, 12
Intended Audience: Educators educators, Students
Suggested Technology: Computer for Presenter, Computers for Students, Internet Connection, Java Plugin
Resource supports reading in content area:Yes
Freely Available: Yes
Keywords: electromagnetic waves, light, wavelength,
Instructional Component Type(s): Tutorial,  Virtual Manipulative, 
Instructional Design Framework(s): Demonstration
Resource Collection: Games and Simulations

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