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SP4Wave Properties and Applications

Obtain, evaluate, and communicate information about the properties and applications of waves.

Appears in: Science, High School

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Expectations

  • SP4.a

    Develop and use mathematical models to explain mechanical and electromagnetic waves as a propagating disturbance that transfers energy.

  • SP4.b

    Develop and use models to describe and calculate characteristics related to the interference and diffraction of waves (single and double slits).

  • SP4.c

    Construct an argument that analyzes the production and characteristics of sounds waves.

  • SP4.d

    Plan and carry out investigations to characterize the properties and behavior of electromagnetic waves.

  • SP4.e

    Plan and carry out investigations to describe common features of light in terms of color, polarization, spectral composition, and wave speed in transparent media.

    • Analyze experimentally and mathematically aspects of reflection and refraction of light waves and describe the results using optical ray diagrams.
    • Perform calculations related to reflections from plane surfaces and focusing using thin lenses.
  • SP4.f

    Plan and carry out investigations to identify the behavior of light using lenses.

  • SP4.g

    Plan and carry out investigations to describe changes in diffraction patterns associated with geometry and wavelength for mechanical and electromagnetic waves.

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Source: Georgia Standards of Excellence, published by the Georgia Department of Education at case.georgiastandards.org.

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