Physics Learning Resources
Plasma - A Mysterious Matter
This kit was created in partnership with the American Physical Society’s (APS) Division of Plasma Physics (DPP). These lessons show us where we find plasma - the fourth state of matter - in our universe and all around us.
The students will be able to identify and categorize plasma and its associated phenomenon.
The students will be able to identify and categorize plasma and its associated phenomenon.
Students explore how stars are formed and observe the behavior of plasma.
Students will use packing peanuts and velcro (as a proxy for nuclei and nuclear forces) to determine the variables that lead to more of them sticking to each other as a model for thermonuclear fusion.
Past PhysicsQuest topics
Discover additional PhysicsQuest lesson plans and activities focused on a variety of physics concepts.
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PhysicsQuest introduces physics through fun experiments that sustain interest in math and science.
PhysicsQuest introduces physics through fun experiments that sustain interest in math and science.
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