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Outreach Demonstration Guide: Marshmallows & the Speed of Light
JUL 11, 2017
This workshop uses marshmallows to teach participants about waves and to calculate the speed of light.
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Looking for a new demonstration for an outreach event? Or want to jump start your chapter on outreach? These demonstrations have been developed by SPS to help you make a difference in your local communities. Each demonstration includes parts lists, instructions, key physical concepts to explain, and demonstration videos, where appropriate.
Audience:
High School (ages 14+)
Middle School (ages 11-13) & General Public
Elementary (ages 5-10)
Time:
20 - 30 min
Level of Difficulty:
Level 1