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What's the Frequency, Roy G. Biv? Lesson PlanWhat's the Frequency, Roy G. Biv? Lesson Plan
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6th - 9th
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What's the Frequency, Roy G. Biv?

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While all light travels at the same speed, each color in the visible light spectrum contains a different wavelength and frequency. Scholars determine the relationship between frequency and wavelength as they complete the activity. They finish by answering critical thinking and assessment questions.

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CCSS: Adaptable

Concepts

frequency, wavelength, visible light, light spectrum, electromagnetic spectrum

Additional Tags

science

Instructional Ideas

  • Have "Rainbow Connection" playing as pupils enter the classroom
  • Expand on the lesson by introducing angstroms

Classroom Considerations

  • Relies on prior knowledge of pre-algebra, especially formulas and pattern recognition, the electromagnetic spectrum, and the concepts of wavelength and frequency

Pros

  • Provides all worksheets in html, Word, and PDF formats
  • Procedure instructions keep every member of the group engaged throughout the activity

Cons

  • None

Common Core

6.RP.A.3.a 7.RP.A.2.a 8.F.B.4 RST.6-8.3 RST.6-8.4 RST.9-10.3 RST.9-10.4

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