Name(s) _________________________

ELECTROMAGNETIC RADIATION PROJECT

TASK DESCRIPTION:

You will be assigned one of the forms of electromagnetic radiation. Working independently or
with a partner, prepare a poster about the radiation type.

POSTER MUST INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION:

1. Name of radiation

2. Main characteristics of the radiation (such as range of wavelengths, range of frequencies

and energy of radiation).

3. Details about discovery of this type of radiation (names of scientists involved and dates).

4. Main uses of this type of radiation (at least three uses, with explanation for each). Uses
should be illustrated on the poster.

5. Determine if this type of radiation is harmful to the environment and to humans. Provide
reasons why is it harmful. Determine how effective Earth's atmosphere is at shielding use
from this radiation. Can any material block this radiation completely? Explain how humans
can protect themselves from this type of radiation.

NOTE: If your topic is visible light, in this section you will explain how different colors of visible
light are obtained from white light. Also, explain how people are able to see colors.

6. Extra important facts or information about radiation.

DUE DATE: THURSDAY FEBRUARY 15, 2019

RADIATION TYPE: ______________________________________