Help me give my students lab equipment that allows them to explore the quantum nature of light. Measurement tools to quantify electrical power produced by solar emissions are combined with a demonstration of the quantum nature of light.
FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Ross's classroom raised $571
This project is fully funded
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As technology moves forward, students are expected to understand new materials and new ways of storing information. With the advent of quantum computing and the need for people who understand new technology on the rise, we can't teach physics the same way we've been teaching it.
Einstein won his Nobel Prize for describing the Photoelectric Effect in a new, specific way.
Because of his work, engineers and scientists have learned how to manipulate light energy to improve everything from solar panels to semiconductors. This lab exposes students to the idea of light as packets of energy that behave in a manner that can be predicted. It's a way of leading students into an interest in quantum physics at an early level so that they can move in that direction if they choose.
This lab falls under our new Physics state standards in South Carolina.
The demonstration: Quantitative Electroscope with a Type-C UV light.
The lab: solar panels and tools for measuring the voltage and amperage of light to a correct scale, plus filters to change light frequencies.
More than three‑quarters of students from low‑income households
Data about students' economic need comes from the National Center for Education Statistics, via our partners at MDR Education. Learn more
AC Ammeter Dual Range 0-100 mA/0-500 mA
• Carolina Biological Supply Company
$27.36
7
$191.52
SUNYIMA 10Pcs 5V 60mA Epoxy Solar Panel Polycrystalline Solar Cells for Solar Battery Charger DIY Solar Syatem Kits 68mmx37mm / 2.67"x1.45" 5V Solar Cells
• Amazon Business
$15.99
5
$79.95
Color Filter Set 5-Piece
• Carolina Biological Supply Company
$6.44
8
$51.52
Science Source Science First Electroscope - Glass - Middle-High School - Adult
• School Specialty
$41.24
1
$41.24
UV-C Light Sanitizer Wand - Powerful 253nm UV Sterilizer Rechargeable Handheld Ultraviolet Portable 99.99% Disinfection for Home, Office, Travel - Total Transparency UVC Test Card Included
• Amazon Business
$39.99
1
$39.99
Astrobrights Color Paper, 8.5” x 11”, 24 lb/89 gsm,"Spectrum" 25-Color Assortment, 150 Sheets (80933-01)
• Amazon Business
$10.97
1
$10.97
Materials cost
$415.19
Vendor shipping charges
$4.12
Sales tax
$29.27
3rd party payment processing fee
$6.23
Fulfillment labor & materials
$30.00
Total project cost
$484.81
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
$85.55
Total project goal
$570.36
How we calculate what's needed
Total project goal
$570.36
7 Donors
-$472.68
Donations toward project cost
-$401.78
Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
-$70.90
match offer
-$97.68
Match offer toward project cost
-$83.03
Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
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