Wave/Sound CER (Claim Evidence Reasoning) Essay

In this task students will perform an investigation to determine if sound or light is a mechanical wave.

To accomplish this, students will:

1. Determine the criteria for what makes something a mechanical wave.
2. Participate in an exploratory lab to collect evidence of the nature of sound/light.
3. Use their evidence to write a claim about the nature of sound or light.
4. Write a five paragraph persuasive essay to support their claim.
5. Go through a feedback and revision cycle to turn in the highest quality project imaginable.