Editing Spectroscopy (section)

== DIY Spectroscopy ==
Spectroscopy has emerged as a growing practice within the [[Maker culture|maker movement]], enabling hobbyists and educators to construct functional spectrometers using readily available materials.<ref>{{Cite web |title=DIY Webcam Diffraction Grating Spectrometer |url=https://physicsopenlab.org/2015/11/26/webcam-diffraction-grating-spectrometer/ |access-date=2025-03-04 |website=PhysicsOpenLab |language=en-US}}</ref> Utilizing components like CD/DVD diffraction gratings, smartphones, and 3D-printed parts, these instruments offer a hands-on approach to understanding light and matter interactions. Smartphone applications<ref>{{Cite web |date=2025-02-27 |title=Spectroscope |url=https://apps.apple.com/us/app/spectroscope/id6741684078 |access-date=2025-03-04 |website=App Store |language=en-US}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |title=Spectroscope - Apps on Google Play |url=https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=spectroscope.spectroscope |access-date=2025-03-04 |website=play.google.com |language=en-US}}</ref> along with open-source tools<ref>{{Citation |last=Wright |first=Les |title=leswright1977/PySpectrometer2 |date=2025-02-16 |url=https://github.com/leswright1977/PySpectrometer2 |access-date=2025-03-04}}</ref> facilitate integration, greatly simplify the capturing and analysis of spectral data. While limitations in resolution, calibration accuracy, and stray light management exist compared to professional equipment, DIY spectroscopy provides valuable educational experiences<ref>{{Cite web |title=Project Spectra! |url=https://lasp.colorado.edu/information/k-12-educators/project-spectra/ |access-date=2025-03-04 |website=Laboratory for Atmospheric and Space Physics |language=en-US}}</ref> and contributes to citizen science initiatives, fostering accessibility to spectroscopic techniques.