Assignment: Electromagnetic Waves vs. Mechanical Waves MS-PS4.B-4 Assignment

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3 activities: 3 games

24 min

Activity 1: Instructional Game. Estimated duration: 18 min

Wave Lab

In this game you will learn about both electromagnetic and mechanical waves. Learning how they are different with examples of each. Then, you get to earn points by practicing this new knowledge with a fun word search where you earn points by finding the answers! Don't use the hint button unless you really have to!

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Activity 2: Video Game. Estimated duration: 3 min

Electromagnetic vs. Mechanical Waves

Waves transfer energy from one place to another, with mechanical waves needing a medium to travel through, while electromagnetic waves do not. The electromagnetic spectrum includes visible light, infrared, and ultraviolet radiation from the Sun. Electromagnetic waves travel at the speed of light in a vacuum, allowing light from distant stars to reach Earth. Understanding the differences between electromagnetic and mechanical waves highlights their significance in our daily lives and scientific understanding.

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Teacher Ratings (2) 5.0 stars.

Student Ratings (997) 3.3 stars.

Activity 3: Video Game. Estimated duration: 3 min

Electromagnetic vs. Mechanical Waves

Waves transfer energy from one place to another, with mechanical waves needing a medium to travel through, while electromagnetic waves do not. The electromagnetic spectrum includes visible light, infrared, and ultraviolet radiation from the Sun. Electromagnetic waves travel at the speed of light in a vacuum, allowing light from distant stars to reach Earth. Understanding the differences between electromagnetic and mechanical waves highlights their significance in our daily lives and scientific understanding.

Ratings

Teacher Ratings (2) 5.0 stars.

Student Ratings (997) 3.3 stars.