Part I  Kinds of Spectra and Light Sources
1.  Name three kinds of spectra.   Describe how they are different.
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2.   What is the name of the instrument you are using to look at the visible spectrum?

3.  Name four common light sources you can find in your classroom.
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Part II Observing Spectra
Directions:  Your teacher will show you how to view a spectrum with a spectroscope.
Use colored pencils to show the spectrum that you see.   Carefully pay attention to the wavelength numbers.

1.   Light Source   ________________      Kind of Spectrum  _____________

2.   Light Source   ________________      Kind of Spectrum  ______________

3.   Light Source   _______________      Kind of Spectrum  _____________

4.   Light Source   ________________      Kind of Spectrum  ______________

5.   Light Source   _______________      Kind of Spectrum  _____________

6.   Light Source   _______________      Kind of Spectrum  _____________