In this activity, you will explore the concept of quantum cryptography by working with a partner to complete a jigsaw puzzle.
Recommended Age
This activity is recommended for students in grades 5-8.
Estimated time
This activity takes approximately 45 minutes to complete.
Pre-requisites
Students should be walked through the slides in the Facilitation Guide and read the Introduction to Encryption information sheet prior to the activity.
Learning Goals
- Describe how data is stored in classical and quantum computers.
- Compare and contrast the differences in types of encryption between classical and quantum computers.
- Explain how light can hold information.
- Explain the necessary conditions to understand information that is quantum encrypted.
Introduction to Encryption
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Student Worksheet and Instructions
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Facilitation Guide
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This activity kit was developed with funds from the NSF Quantum Leap Challenge Institute for Hybrid Quantum Architectures and Networks (HQAN), with special thanks to the UW-Madison Department of Physics.