The Amazing Life of Erwin Schrodinger
About:
This worksheet introduces students to Erwin Schrodinger, the Austrian physicist who helped create quantum
mechanics. It explains his famous wave equation and his well known thought experiment involving a cat. The
worksheet also covers his career, awards, and why his ideas still matter in science today. Students will practice
reading comprehension, vocabulary, and critical thinking skills through a variety of activities.
What’s Included:
This worksheet features Article (5 paragraphs), True/False (16 statements), Comprehension Questions (6),
Multiple Choice (15), Word Search (15 words), Crossword (10 clues), and Odd One Out (30 words).
Target Grades:
Grades 5-8
Teacher Note:
This worksheet works well as an introduction to quantum physics concepts using a famous historical figure.
Encourage students to discuss the cat experiment in groups to build reasoning and inference skills.