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Electricity, Magnetism, Light & Sound

Grade 3 · Stretch challenge · 8 questions · Version PG-Q84AIA-1U15

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1.Why does a shadow form?
2.Why are parallel circuit branches useful?
3.What affects electromagnet strength?
4.What is the electromagnetic spectrum?
5.Why can you hear an echo?
6.What energy change occurs in a speaker?
7.What can happen when light enters water?
8.What does a switch control?

Answers and teaching notes

Use the answers to check the work after the learner finishes. For writing prompts, the guide describes what a strong response should include.

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  1. Why does a shadow form?An object blocks light
  2. Why are parallel circuit branches useful?Each branch can operate independently
  3. What affects electromagnet strength?Current, coil turns, and core material
  4. What is the electromagnetic spectrum?The full range of electromagnetic waves
  5. Why can you hear an echo?Sound reflects from a surface
  6. What energy change occurs in a speaker?Electrical energy becomes sound
  7. What can happen when light enters water?It refracts, or bends
  8. What does a switch control?Whether a circuit is open or closed

Worked example

Use a model to track energy, forces, and waves through a system.

Common mistake

Assuming energy travels without a path or medium.

Helpful hint

Draw the source, path, interaction, and result.