• Students will be able to describe the path of light including reflection, refraction, and absorption.

  • Students will be able to describe phenomena around them: blue sky, rainbows, red sunsets, and the Earth's shadow.
  • Students will demonstrate the use of science kits (either home made or commercial) to illustrate science concepts.

  • Students will be able to explain the difference between optical and electron microscopes, and illustrate advantages of each.

  • Students will be able to use spectrometers, IR and UV light sources, prisms, and lenses to interpret optical phenomena

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