Building a Spectroscope

Miss Linnea guides viewers through creating a DIY spectroscope using a paper towel tube, an old CD, and other materials. The tutorial covers cutting the tube, making adjustments, decorating, creating a light filter, and assembling the spectroscope. The project concludes with testing the spectroscope in sunlight to observe rainbows.

What is the first step in making a spectroscope?

• Inserting the CD

• Cutting the paper towel tube

• Gathering materials

• Decorating the tube

At what angle should the paper towel tube be cut?

• 90 degrees

• 45 degrees

• 30 degrees

• 60 degrees

What tool is recommended for cutting the paper towel tube?

• Scissors

• A knife

• A saw

• An exacto knife

What can you use to decorate your spectroscope tube?

• Ribbons

• Stickers

• Markers or paint

• Glitter

What is the purpose of the small square cut on the paper towel tube?

• To hold the tube

• To attach the CD

• To look into the tube

• To let air in

What shape should be traced and cut from the cardstock?

• Circle

• Triangle

• Square

• Rectangle

What should be cut in the middle of the cardstock circle?

• A square

• A triangle

• A circle

• A rectangle

Where should the CD be placed in the spectroscope?

• On the side

• At the bottom

• On top

• Inside, blank side up

What natural element is needed to see the rainbows with the spectroscope?

• Sunlight

• Wind

• Water

• Fire