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The Sound is a Mechanical Wave Video Tutorial describes the nature of sound as a mechanical wave. The meaning of such a statement and its contrast with being an electromagnetic wave is thoroughly discussed. Numerous examples, illustrations, and animations assist in the explanations.
Physics Interactives: The Particle Wave
The Particle Wave simulation allows you to explore the nature and properties of a wave. Properties such as wavelength, amplitude, and speed can be changes. The effects of the change on the wave pattern and particle motion can be immediately observed.
Physics Interactives. Waves and Sound Section: The Particle Wave
The Particle Wave simulation allows students to explore the nature and properties of a wave. Properties such as wavelength, amplitude, and speed can be changes. The effects of the change on the wave pattern and particle motion can be immediately observed. A Student Activity sheet and a stand-alone Concept Checker accompanies this activity.
Minds On Physics, Sound and Music Module, Mission SM1: Nature of a Sound Wave
Mission SM1 pertains to the fundamental nature of a sound wave. This video and the next video in the Series would provide sufficient background to complete this activity. The mission will provide students a rigorous exercise in close reading, critical thinking, and conceptual reasoning.
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