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Electromagnetic Spectrum

Following a presentation on the electromagnetic spectrum, students are asked to produce a presentation which must include the following:

*How frequency is involved in categorising different waves.

*Images and uses for each category of electromagnetic wave.

*Why do devices that use infrared get hot?

The activity, from the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET), is part of the Wii collection of activities and is supported by the video Virtual Sport.

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