Activity 3: Build a Spectroscope

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Purpose:

Students can build their own spectroscope with which to measure various light spectra.

Materials:

diffraction grating, utility knife and/or scissors, shoe box, pencil, tape, index cards, rubber bands

Time Frame:

50 minutes

Procedure/Assessment

WV IGO'S

 

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