MS-PS4.B-4

Wave Lab

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COMBINED RATING

3.7 Stars

TEACHERS (22)

4.0

STUDENTS (9623)

3.3

LENGTH

21 Minutes

GRADES

CAPABILITIES

iPad Support

Spanish Language Support

Text-to-Speech Support

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Description

In this game you will learn about both electromagnetic and mechanical waves. Learning how they are different with examples of each. Then, you get to earn points by practicing this new knowledge with a fun word search where you earn points by finding the answers! Don't use the hint button unless you really have to!

Vocabulary Words

waves

electromagnetic waves

mechanical waves

physics

vacuum

medium

water waves

sound waves

seismic waves

wavelength

frequency

radio

microwaves

infrared waves

visible light

ultraviolet light

X-rays

gamma rays

visible light spectrum (ROYGBIV)

Instructions

Play through this interactive game to learn about Electromagnetic Waves vs. Mechanical Waves. Suitable for Grade 6, Grade 7, Grade 8.

Main Concepts

A sound wave is an example of a mechanical wave.

A seismic wave is an example of a mechanical wave.

Mechanical waves require a medium through which to travel.

All electromagnetic waves travel at the same speed through a vacuum: the speed of light.

Electromagnetic radiation from the Sun includes visible light, infrared radiation, and ultraviolet radiation.

A water wave is an example of a mechanical wave.

A wave on a rope is an example of a mechanical wave.

Electromagnetic waves can transmit through a vacuum.

Light and mechanical waves share basic wave properties in common, such as wavelength, amplitude, frequency, period, and wave speed.

Discussion Questions

Before the Game

What are the two major types of waves you will learn about in this game? What are some basic differences between electromagnetic waves and mechanical waves? What things can serve as media through which waves can pass? What are three examples of mechanical waves and three examples of electromagnetic waves?

After the Game

What characteristics distinguish the different types of electromagnetic waves? Which types of waves do you encounter in your daily life and to which category do each belong? What are the kinds of visible light and when might you see all of them simultaneously?

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