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In this optics activity, learners create a ripple tank from household materials to study waves. Learners build the tank and then explore by making various types of waves.

1 cent - $1 per student Ages 8 - 14 10 to 30 minutes
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In this optics activity, learners explore diffraction by adding wax blocks to a ripple tank. The wedge-shaped blocks act as obstacles that the wave must bend around.

$1 - $5 per student Ages 14 - adult 5 to 10 minutes
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In this optics activity, learners split white light into all its component colors using three household items: a compact disc, dishwashing liquid, and a hose (outside).

1 cent - $1 per student Ages 8 - 14 10 to 30 minutes
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In this optics activity, learners explore interference by adding wax blocks to a ripple tank.

$1 - $5 per student Ages 14 - adult 5 to 10 minutes