The science behind glow in the dark toys

The science behind glow in the dark toys
Publication Date: January, 2003
Type of Resource: Practical activity/investigation

This PDF article is about photoluminescence.

The resource explains photoluminescence, which is created by the change of energy of electrons.

The article also suggests a series of questions that can be used by students to plan simple experiments using glow in the dark toys.

Australian Curriculum v9 Codes: AC9S9U06 (Year 9)

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