CD Light: An Introduction to Spectroscopy

This activity is based on CD-ROM Spectroscope: A Simple and Inexpensive Tool for Classroom Demonstrations on Chemical Spectroscopy, an article found in this issue of the Journal. The original directions for the construction of the spectroscope box have been expanded and modified in an attempt to make them easier for students to follow, and simple introductory exercises using common, household materials have been developed. This activity could be done by students outside of the laboratory or in class.