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Congresso del Dipartimento di Fisica Highlights in Physics 2005

Congresso del Dipartimento di Fisica Highlights in Physics 2005 11–14 October 2005, Dipartimento di Fisica, Universit à di Milano Enlightening the matter: the show of physics M. Carpineti, N. Ludwig, M. Giliberti and L. Perini * Dipartimento di Fisica, Universit à di Milano.

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Congresso del Dipartimento di Fisica Highlights in Physics 2005

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  1. Congresso del Dipartimento di Fisica Highlights in Physics 2005 11–14 October 2005, Dipartimento di Fisica, Università di Milano Enlightening the matter: the show of physics M. Carpineti, N. Ludwig, M. Giliberti and L. Perini * Dipartimento di Fisica, Università di Milano The Physics Department of the University of Milano has developed a Physics Show for kids in which 3 physicists perform many fascinating experiments in the context and with the structure of a real play. The show has been realized with “Teatro del Sole”, a very known theatre company specialised for children. The show is one of the W.Y.P. 2005 events proposed by the Physics Department of the University of Milano. Why? Physics is often considered a very difficult subject dealing with problems very far from our everyday life. To enjoy physics is almost impossible or, at least, it is a matter of a few strange people. People perception of physics is due to a number of factors, the most important of which is the way physics has been taught to them. We propose a show in which experiments of physics are done in an attractive and spectacular way. The aim is to demonstrate that physics is a beautiful, and funny experience and to show the children what kind of people scientists are. How? The first demonstrations involve the concepts of solid, liquid and gaseous state. We show that a good scientific attitude implies that nothing should be ever taken for granted. In fact, we do many examples showing that also the simplest concepts could be extremely tricky. There are materials whose state is difficult to define, as for example gels or foams, or behaviours that can be unexpected. Our efforts is focused on demonstrating that physics is surprising, also when it deals with apparently familiar concepts. Then there is the light and its behaviour when it finds the matter on its path. Without light we cannot see the matter, but without the matter light is invisible. When light meets the matter many phenomena can occur to it. A large number of surprising examples are presented. We use different light sources, as lasers of different wavelengths or high power white light lamps, and media with different characteristics. We reproduce rainbows, blue sky, we show that what we see depend on the light we use. We show colours, diffusion, reflection, refraction, infrared radiation… polarization Six students help us in the organization of the program and play the show themselves. They all work on a volunteer basis. WE THANK ALL THEM. Results From January to May 2005 we have reached more than 30 schools in Milano: 5500 kids have attended the show! The show has been appreciated also by students of high school: more than 700 watched the show. Presently a competition for high school students on themes related with the show has been published by the Ufficio Scolastico Regionale. The show has received financial support by: EU, MIUR, and Comune di Milano: Settore Educazione e Infanzia. It has been presented in many situations, in national and international congresses and we plan to do much more in the future! Paola Ferrario Cristina Mazza Luca Mongodi Claudia Volpari Paolo Malgaretti Jacopo Parravicini There is much to learn, to do and to enjoy. Join us! http://spettacolo.fisica.unimi.it

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