Position a prism to split white light into its component colours. Explore whether filters add or remove colours from the spectrum. This learning object is one in a series of three learning objects. The series is also packaged as a combined learning object.
Objective
Students use a triangular prism to split white light into the visible spectrum.
Students explain the action of colored filters by referring to absorption of colors from white light.
Curriculum Information
Education Type
K to 12
Grade Level
Grade 8, Grade 10
Learning Area
Science
Content/Topic
Force Motion and Energy
Intended Users
Learners, Students
Competencies
Copyright Information
Copyright
Yes
Copyright Owner
Education Services Australia
Conditions of Use
Use, Copy
Technical Information
File Size
0 bytes
File Type
application/x-rar
Software/Plug-in Requirements
Adobe Flash Player - http://get.adobe.com/flashplayer/