Waves:
Students will be able to state the properties that a medium must possess in order that waves may be transmitted through it.  Students will be able to tell the essential difference between a longitudinal and a transverse wave.

The Electromagnetic Spectrum
Understand that the sun’s energy is transferred to Earth by electromagnetic waves.

Is Perpetual Motion Possible?
Students will build a model which demonstrates energy conversions (from potential to kinetic to thermal) and will apply these conversions to develop an understanding of the law of conservation of energy.

Herschel Infrared Experiment
To perform a version of the experiment of 1800, in which a form of radiation other than visible light was discovered by the famous astronomer Sir Frederick William Herschel.

Magnetic Fusion on Your Desk
To demonstrate by analogy nuclear electrostatic forces (page 45)

Lots of Nuclear Activities
Tutorials and Activities

Exploring Planets:
More than 25 hands-on science activities are provided in classroom-ready pages for both teachers and students for exploring Earth, the planets, geology, and space sciences.

Discoveryschools.com

Teachnology
Space and Astronomy Lesson Plans

The Space Place
A great site from NASA to explore with your students. Don't miss the Goodies for Teachers area for printables and lesson worksheets.

NASA Spacelink
Use this website to start your search of the NASA collection of educational materials, such as classroom lessons, online activities, and multimedia resources.

NASA Explores
Express Lessons and Online Resources

Lesson Plan Central
An educator's guide to lesson plans, worksheets, web links, and more.

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