Modelling refraction - teaching idea

Last updated: 15/11/2023
Contributor: Tim Knight
Modelling refraction - teaching idea
Main Subject
Key stage
Category
Waves: Light
Resource type
Teaching ideas
Student activity

This KS3 activity is an engaging way to introduce refraction and the speed of light in different materials. Can students find the quickest way for a lifeguard to save a swimmer in trouble in the sea?

Gets students measuring and rearranging equations as well.

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