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Lesson 1
Lesson 1
Today we will explore and define the characteristics of transverse and longitudinal waves. Using slinkies!
Topic C.3
Topic C.3
Wave Behavior
Wave Behavior
In this broad-ranging lesson, we will discuss wavefronts, superposition, and the incredible vector behavior of light in polarization. Mr. Van Loh will also bust out the slinkies...again! For homework, please complete the reading for Topic C.3 if you have not already done so.
In Lesson 2, we will be working through some problems in class. When you finish these, please work on some Test Yourself Questions in your Tsokos textbook.
Topic 4.3 Handout - blank.pdfTopic 4.4 - lesson 1
Topic 4.4 - lesson 1
Wave Behavior
Wave Behavior
We are going to introduce the subtopic with an investigation into a phenomenon called refraction. You are already familiar with it!
I will give you a paper copy of the handout on the right, but I've attached a copy here for your reference. Note that it renders poorly online in Google so you may want to download it.
The videos below are not directly part of the IB Physics syllabus, but they answer the two most common questions that I get related to refraction...so enjoy!
Topic 4.4 - refraction practical.docxlesson 2
lesson 2
Wave Behavior
Wave Behavior
Today we will summarize the results of the experiment in the previous lesson, and lecture through Snell's Law, total internal reflection, diffraction, and take a quick look at constructive and destructive interference of waves.
TOK linKs
TOK linKs
How does the wave model illustrate the strengths and limitations of using models to represent phenomena that cannot be directly observed?
To what extent does the dual nature of light challenge the reliability of the wave model in explaining physical reality?
How does the use of abstract mathematical representations in wave theory affect our ability to acquire and communicate knowledge about the natural world?
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