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Light, Sound and Waves IOP RESOURCES

Dancing sprinkles

This activity shows that a loud sound is capable of making small grains jump. You can use it to introduce the idea that sound...

Practical Activity 11-14

Sound Wave
Light, Sound and Waves IOP RESOURCES

Slink-o-scope

In this demonstration students see how a longitudinal wave can generate a sine-shaped curve. You can use it to introduce sound...

Practical Activity 14-16

Sound Wave
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Whistling waveforms

In this activity, students download an oscilloscope app onto a laptop or phone to investigate pitch and loudness. You can use...

Practical Activity 11-14

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