Polarization of Light Activity

This activity looks at the polarization of light and how this affects the properties of light. By using polarizing filters and different light sources, students are able to see that light does unexpected things as a result of this polarization.

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Materials

  • Polarizing filters
  • LED light source
  • Diode laser
  • Water
  • Corn syrup
  • Projector

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