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Courses in physics, chemistry and maths primary, middle and high school
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I have a doctorate in physics during which I taught for bachelor's and master's / engineering school students. I propose courses to improve your level but also your way of taking problems. I can also help you prepare your questions and homework.

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Hello,
I am currently a researcher at CNRS at Paris Sud University in Orsay. I recently obtained my doctoral degree during which I taught physics and chemistry to undergraduate and master / engineering school students. I also taught at the same time in an association aimed at improving the level of students in difficulty. I have acquired a know-how that allows me to offer my services to not only help you improve but also to transmit my passion for science that will allow you I assure you to dive with pleasure in your revisions!

See you soon, I hope.
Education
Doctorate degree in physics from Sorbonne University Paris Cité
Experience / Qualifications
2016 to today: CNRS Researcher Orsay
2012 - 2016: PhD in physics
2011-2012: Master in Physics Chemistry
Age
Children (7-12 years old)
Teenagers (13-17 years old)
Adults (18-64 years old)
Seniors (65+ years old)
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Beginner
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60 minutes
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English
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You can contact me for details.
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What are some examples of invisible light or radiation around us?
Why do we wear sunscreen?

Allow brief responses, then explain that all of these examples are part of the electromagnetic spectrum, which we will study today.

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Introduce the electromagnetic spectrum. Explain that it is a range of all electromagnetic waves, which vary by frequency and wavelength. Emphasize that all electromagnetic waves travel at the same speed in a vacuum – the speed of light, c = 3.00 × 108 m/s.
Key formula to introduce: c = fλ, where:
c = speed of light
f = frequency (Hz)
λ = wavelength (m)

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Explain the difference between continuous and line spectra.

A continuous spectrum** contains all wavelengths in a range, like a rainbow produced when white light passes through a prism.
A line spectrum** shows only specific wavelengths or frequencies. This happens when excited electrons fall back to lower energy levels and release photons of specific energies.
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Give students three practical examples and discuss their uses:

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2. Ultraviolet (UV) rays – Cause sunburn; used in sterilizing equipment.
3. Gamma rays– Used in cancer treatment and in detecting radioactive materials.

Ask students:
Where do you see or use electromagnetic waves in your daily life?
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Have students complete these three questions individually:

1. A wave has a frequency of 6.0 × 1014 Hz. Calculate its wavelength using c = 3.00 × 108 m/s.
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