The Uses of Radio Waves and Frequency Allocation

This lesson describes the extensive use of radio waves. Students will learn that radio frequencies have numerous applications, and require government regulation to prevent interference and unfair competition. In addition, students will have a chance to investigate their own questions regarding radio.

NGSS Standards

HS-PS4-2 Evaluate questions about the advantages of using a digital transmission and storage of information

HS-PS4-5 Communicate technical information about how some technical devices use the principles of wave behavior and wave interactions with matter to transmit and capture information and energy

Materials

student computers

large sheets of paper

markers

magnets

tape

frequency allocation table or puzzle pieces