Hypothesis
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If there are a lot of low frequency waves, then the skies will be red.
Objectives
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Understand the difference between natural and artificial light wavelengths and frequency.
Learn the parts of a wave, light travels in waves and a straight line.
The Incredible Wave
Purpose
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Make a model of a wave.
Vocabulary
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Amplitude - In a wave, one-half the distance from the bottom of the trough to the top of the crest.
Crest - High point of a wave.
Trough - Lowest point of a wave.
Wavelength - Distance between any two corresponding points on successive waves, usually crest-tocrest or trough-to-trough.
Materials
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String
3x5 cards
Procedure
1. Lay out your sting so it looks like a wave.
2. Using the diagram, label the parts of a wave using string and 3x5 cards.
Diagram of a Wave
3. Show Mr. Hill your completed model.