Activity
Exploratorium

Exploratorium: Science Snacks: Physics/light

For Students 9th - 10th
Here is a large collection of simple science class activities for understanding the physics of light.
Unit Plan
Georgia Department of Education

Ga Virtual Learning: Physical Oceanography

For Students 9th - 10th
A student learning module with a focus on the relationship of temperature and salinity with density, ocean-influenced weather patterns, and how light and sound move through ocean water.
Interactive
University of Colorado

University of Colorado: Physics 2000: Spectral Lines

For Students 9th - 10th
Several pages from an excellent site which describe the science of spectroscopy. The unique atomic emission (and absorption) line spectrum of elements are illustrated and explained. Includes a Java applet depicting the quantum energy...
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Ducksters

Ducksters: Physics for Kids: Theory of Relativity Light and Time

For Students 1st - 9th
Kids learn about the speed of light and time dilation in regards to the theory of relativity in the science of physics. Also how gravity can change the passage of time.
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Ducksters

Ducksters: Physics for Kids: Light Spectrum

For Students 1st - 9th
Kids learn about the science of the light spectrum. Wavelengths and frequencies of the electromagnetic waves including visible light, primary colors, and subtractive colors.
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Ducksters

Ducksters: Physics for Kids: Light

For Students 1st - 9th
Kids learn about the science of light. Energy made of waves and particles called photons traveling at the top speed in the universe. What is refraction? The difference between transparent, translucent, and opaque.