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About This Simulation
Learn how to use polarizing filters like real photographers do. Albert Einstein will help you shed light on the fascinating world of electromagnetic waves by playing with lasers, mirrors & polarizing filters.
Learning Objectives
- Define the wave/particle duality of light
- Use the electromagnetic spectrum to classify waves based on their wavelength and frequency
- Apply the law of reflection and refraction to predict how light interacts with interfaces
- Show the principles of linear polarization
- Use polarizing filters to adjust light intensity
About This Simulation
Lab Techniques
- Polarizing filters
- Optical table
Related Standards
- No direct alignment
- No direct alignment
- No direct alignment
Learn More About This Simulation
Light is everywhere around us. Not only does it help us see, but it also plays a key role in photography. In the Light and Polarization simulation you will meet Einstein who will introduce you to the the physics of light. Find out what light is, how it propagates, and how you can change its polarization using filters. You will become a light wizard and boost your photography skills by capturing the beauty of wildlife in a hostile environment like Antarctica.
Determine the source of electromagnetic waves
Join Einstein in the Light and Polarization lab and see how everyday objects produce waves of various frequencies and wavelengths that define the electromagnetic spectrum. Some of them are visible, others are not. But don’t worry, even though you cannot see them in real life, there are no restrictions in a virtual simulation!
Reflection and refraction
Learn how light is reflected and refracted when travelling from one medium to another. What happens to light when it hits a lake or ice? Here you will set up your own optical table with a laser, mirrors and glasses and become an expert in reflection and refraction.
Light polarization
From sunglasses to LCD technology, the applications of light polarization in our everyday life are endless! Here you will look at polarizing filters to learn the principles of light polarization, and you will use them to enhance the outcome of photography.
Are you ready to use science to get the best pictures?
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“They did the simulation at home, then completed the in-person lab within 30 minutes, no questions asked, and passed the quiz with flying colors.”
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University of Westminster
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"The question always is, ‘Can we demonstrate that the students are meeting course outcomes?’ Check! We can do that.”
San José State University
"We surveyed over 400 students. More than 90% thought Labster was easy to navigate, and that it was fun, but more importantly, most of them felt confident that they could execute the labs in person. And that confidence is a big deal."
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