Update
10-01-2015
Content Type
Activity
Grade Level
Ninth grade, Tenth grade, Eleventh grade, Twelfth grade
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This NASA activity introduces students to studying ice, birefringence and polarized light. Students learn about cross-polarizers, ice formation, differences between man-made and natural ice and the importance of studying ice. The activity guide includes discussion questions, video links, lesson terminology definitions, links to additional information and extension activities.