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Mechanical Waves, Energy Propagation, and the Doppler Effect
11th Grade · Science · Open Global Science
8 lessons
Goal
Model wave propagation, calculate intensity attenuation across space, and compute frequency shifts via the Doppler effect.
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Curriculum Framework
11th Grade · Science · Open Global Science
1
8 lessons
Simple Harmonic Motion, Oscillations, and Resonance
Analyze kinematics, dynamics, energy transformations, and resonance in oscillating physical systems.
2
8 lessons
Mechanical Waves, Energy Propagation, and the Doppler Effect
Model wave propagation, calculate intensity attenuation across space, and compute frequency shifts via the Doppler effect.
3
13 lessons
Wave Superposition, Interference, and Diffraction Optics
Apply principle of superposition to standing waves, double-slit interference, thin-film fringes, and optical diffraction resolution.
4
9 lessons
Geometric Optics, Refraction, and Thin Lens Systems
Trace ray trajectories, calculate refraction at boundaries, model total internal reflection, and construct image formations for lenses.
5
8 lessons
Electromagnetic Waves, Polarization, and Optical Phenomena
Analyze the EM spectrum, calculate polarized light transmission using Malus's law, and explain atmospheric optical phenomena.