Explore optics using an inquiry-based experimental approach! Young scholars use a set of materials to design and build a unit capable of focusing a beam of light. They experiment with different lenses to determine the best approach to focus a light beam on a target.

Concepts

optics, concave mirrors, convex, focal length, lenses

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Additional Tags

science

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Instructional Ideas

• Incorporate when studying convex and concave lenses
• Create a competition to determine the group whose model best meets the specifications

Classroom Considerations

• Requires a specific set of materials for the activity

Pros

• Provides background knowledge for both teachers and students
• Includes ideas for extension

Cons

• None