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Session 2: Calculate the speed of light

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Session summary

In this session you will learn about the speed of light and how to calculate it.

Safety message

All activities must be safely managed. Use the safety checklist to help you plan and risk assess your activity. Do a risk assessment and take appropriate steps to reduce risk. Always get approval for the activity and have suitable supervision and an InTouch process.

  • Check for allergies before you begin and read the guidance on food safety. Make sure you have suitable areas for storing and preparing food and avoid cross contamination of different foods. 
  • Kettles, cookers and microwave ovens produce a lot of heat by the very nature of them. Caution is needed when in contact with items that have been heated and young people should use them under adult supervision. Use on a suitable surface, protecting it if necessary. 
  • Don’t leave hot items unattended and make sure there’s a first aid kit (with items to treat burns/scalds) nearby. 

Activities

Calculate the speed of light

40 mins

Experiment with melting chocolate to learn about the speed of light.

  • Meets
  • Requirement 2

Preparation

Equipment

  • Microwave
  • Pens or pencils
  • A4 paper
  • Rulers
  • Calculator or phone
  • Microwavable bowl
  • Microwavable plate
  • Heatproof worktop or surface protector
  • Oven gloves
  • 110g or 120g bar of chocolate, enough for one per group

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