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Unit C Concept Organizer

 

 

Module Descriptions

 

Module 5: Wave Theory of Light

 

In Module 5 the production and behaviour of electromagnetic radiation will be explored in optical systems. The wave model of light will be used to describe the following characteristics of electromagnetic radiation:

  • its production
  • its speed and propagation
  • reflection
  • refraction
  • diffraction and interference

As you are working in Module 5, keep the following questions in mind:

  • What role does electricity and magnetism play in the production of EMR?
  • Does EMR exhibit wave- or particle-like characteristics, or both?
Module 6: Wave-Particle Duality and Quantum Physics

 

In Module 6 the idea of the quantum will be introduced in the context of the wave-particle nature of electromagnetic radiation and its application to the photoelectric effect.

 

As you are working in Module 6, keep the following questions in mind:

  • What is the photoelectric effect?
  • How is the quantum model applied to understanding the nature of EMR?