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Spectroscopy (Virtual Discovery Activity)

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Students explore the refraction of light using diffraction gratings, the same tool used inside scientific spectroscopes

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Students explore the refraction of light using diffraction gratings, the same tool used inside scientific spectroscopes. Through observations, students discover that each chemical element produces a unique spectrum while developing an understanding of how scientists use light to identify elements

A virtual visit to Brookhaven’s Science Learning Center will excite and engage students in grades 1 to 5. Young scientists can enjoy discovery-based, hands-on learning experiences centered on a variety of scientific principles.

Session Information:
-Flexible instruction for whether students are in the classroom or at home
-Interactive, instructor-led session facilitated with students using materials from school or home (can also be demonstration-based if students do not have access to materials)
-Teachers will receive a detailed Teacher Notes guide upon booking
-Secure link to Zoom videoconferencing platform will be provided
-Sessions are 30 minutes, Tuesday to Friday at 9:30am, 10:30am, 12:30pm, and 1:30pm (plan for additional time to get settled in the virtual classroom)
-One class per session

Program Topics:
Grade 1: “Seeing the Light” or "Sounds Around"
Grade 2: “Animal Tracking” or "Blocks and Marbles"
Grade 3: “Conductor & Insulators” or “Magnets” or "Observing Nano in Nature"
Grade 4: “Collisions” or "Potential & Kinetic Energy"
Grade 5: “Spectroscopy” or “Static Electricity”

To learn more or to book your virtual field trip, visit:

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Ticket Required: No

Minimum Age: 8

Maximum Age: 11

Languages: English

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