Shadow Patterns from Extended Light Sources.

Toews, William

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ERIC Number: EJ450632

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Publication Date: 1991

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Shadow Patterns from Extended Light Sources.

Toews, William

Physics Teacher, v29 n5 p280-82 May 1991

Describes a theoretical development to explain the shadow patterns of an object exposed to an extended light source while held at varying distances from a screen. The theoretical model is found to be accurate in comparison with experimental results. (MDH)

Descriptors: High Schools, Light, Mathematical Formulas, Models, Physics, Postsecondary Education, Science Education, Science Equipment, Science Experiments, Science Instruction

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Guides - Classroom - Teacher

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Audience: Teachers; Practitioners

Language: English

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