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Dispersion of Light and the Electromagnetic Spectrum

Demonstrations
Each of the demonstrations includes a picture, description, suggestion of use, equipment needed, and the approximate setup time.
  Crossed-Polaroids: E-Field Components
  Rope and Cookie Coolers

Simulation
Polarized Wave
This applet shows a transverse wave traveling in the positive z direction.
  Polarized Wave

Explorations
Molecular Expressions from Florida State University
This site includes excellent background theory with interactive simulations.
  Polarization of Light
  Electromagnetic Radiation

NASA: The Electromagnetic Spectrum
This site includes comprehensive background theory with interactive simulations.
  NASA: The Electromagnetic Spectrum


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