This workshop examines the basic principles which govern how fiber optic cables work. Students are introduced to refraction, internal reflection, and scattering.
Students engage in hands-on activities to learn about the properties of glass and fiber cable.
They analyze how light rays are affected by different materials. A demonstration of an audio transmission using light signals through fiber shows how physical concepts are applied. This chemistry workshop was prepared by graduate students Stephen G mez and edited by Diego D az. Students are introduced to the concepts density, surface tension and suspensions. By experimenting with materials found around the house, students learn that some substances react differently when they are mixed.