Introduction
-image I can't insert-Learning Outcomes: Recall and apply the relationship sin i / sin r = constant to new situations or to solve related problems Imagine you are an astronomer trying to explain why the sky is of a different colour at different times of the day.Subject: PhysicsTopic: Light
Task
1. Recap your concept on the refraction of light. http://www.physicsclassroom.com/class/refrn/Lesson-1/The-Cause-of-Refra…
2. Watch this video on Why the sky is blue: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qP2Vp1zj8H0
3. Watch this video on Why the sky is not violet: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0b1fqodmZJ0
4. Consolidate your understanding with this article. http://www.atoptics.co.uk/atoptics/blsky.htm
5. In your pre- assigned groups of 4, create an A3 sized poster on the different colours of the sky across the day.
Evaluation
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| Content Accuracy | Students able to identify the relevant concepts to account for the different colours of the sky. | Students are able to explain the physics concepts and apply it to account for the differents colours of the sky. | Students are able to explain the physics concepts and apply it to account for the different colours of the sky. They are also able to illustrate why the other colours are not observed. | ||
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Conclusion
You have completed the assignment to explain for the different colours of the sky!! You should be prepared to present your poster to the class when you return to school in the new term!