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In this activity, learners compare and contrast different forms of luminescence by observing how chemiluminescence, phosphorescence, and fluorescence produce or emit light. Learners also compare these forms of luminescence to bioluminescence.
- Under 5 minutes
- 30 to 45 minutes
- $10 - $20 per group of students
- Ages 11 - 14
- Activity, Experiment/Lab Activity, Lesson/Lesson Plan
- English
Quick Guide
Materials List (per group of students)
- light sticks
- objects that glow in the dark, such as stickers or plastic stars
- paper bag
- flashlights
- laundry detergent that contains whitening agents
- small transparent plastic cups
- black light (UV light)
- a sample of a fluorescent mineral (optional)
Subjects
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Life Sciences
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Diversity of Life
- Classification
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Ecology
- Biodiversity
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Evolution
- Mechanisms of Evolution
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Diversity of Life
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Physical Sciences
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Electricity and Magnetism
- Electromagnetic Fields
- Energy
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Chemistry
- Chemical Reactions
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Vibration and Waves
- Light and Optics
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Light and Optics
- Electromagnetic Spectrum
- Sunlight and Color
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Electricity and Magnetism
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The Nature of Science
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The Scientific Process
- Conducting Investigations
- Formulating Explanations
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The Scientific Process
Informal Categories
- Animals
- Nature and Environment
Audience
To use this activity, learners need to:
- see
- see color
- touch
Learning styles supported:
- Involves hands-on or lab activities
Other
Includes alignment to state and/or national standards:
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- Free access
By:
- Education, Science Friday
Rights:
- All rights reserved, Science Friday, 2011