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Quantum Mechanics and Relativity

Virginia SOL PHII.8

Investigate quantum mechanics, general relativity, and special relativity and their implications for space and time.

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What students need to be able to do

  • Compare classical and quantum models in explaining the photoelectric effect.
  • Describe the effect of gravitational fields on how light travels.
  • Compare how very large and very small systems are approached in classical physics and modern physics.
  • Research and communicate technological advancements that use the properties of the Doppler Effect, gravitational wave variation, relativity, or quantum mechanics.