Wave and Particle Descriptions of Light
Grade Unknown Grade · Science · 45 min
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Learning Objective
I can explain how electromagnetic radiation can be described using both wave and particle models, and identify when each model is more applicable.
Warm-Up Video
TED-Ed · 4:24
Is light a particle or a wave? - Colm Kelleher
Practice Questions
5 questions · Short answer
Exit Ticket
Quick comprehension check
“Describe a scenario in which light behaves like a wave, including an explanation of the phenomenon and the evidence that supports this behavior. Explain a situation where light is best described using the particle model, providing details on why the particle model is more applicable in that context. ”
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