PRIMRE/STEM/Resources/Waves in the Marine Environment
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STEM Resources
Waves in the Marine Environment
Source: Scripps Classroom Connection
Description: This is a 4-5 day unit on the physics of waves and encounters in the marine environment. Students will have the opportunity to work with actual data, learn about different types of waves, and understand how waves are used in the ocean to learn about the environment. The unit consists of three lessons, two worksheets, a group project, and review game.
Topics explored: Topics covered include an introduction to transverse and longitudinal waves, the difference between wind generated waves and tsunamis, and how and why we use sound underwater.Education Level
• High School
Resource Type
• Curricula, Pacing Guides, Lesson Plans
Subject
• Env Science
• Physics
Topic
• Energy Basics