Introduction to Refraction


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Title Introduction to Refraction
Description My students have not yet learned how to do inquiry. In this lab, I attempt to demonstrate and articulate the process. It's very closely guided for the first two experiments, but at the end, students have to design and conduct their own simple experiment.
Subject Physics
Level High School
Type Guided Activity, Homework, Lab, Remote Learning
Duration 90 minutes
Answers Included No
Language English
Keywords developing inquiry skills, refraction of light
Simulation(s) Bending Light (HTML5)


Author(s) Cynthia Cudaback
School / Organization Pinole Valley High School
Date submitted 2/7/22
Date updated 2/7/22