Lab Activity - Wave Interference
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Physics
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9th - 12th Grade
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Medium
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Nick C
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4 Slides • 9 Questions
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Multiple Choice
Hit the Green Button to pulse the wave. Which best describes what happens to the wave pulse?
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Multiple Choice
What will happen when the two wave-pulses come together?
(If you're unsure, try recreating the situation using the simulation)
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Multiple Choice
Now select the Fixed End setting. Which best describes what happens to the wave pulse?
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Multiple Choice
What will have when the wave-pulses come together?
(If you're unsure, try recreating the situation using the simulation)
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Open Ended
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Multiple Select
Now adjust the Tension slider. How does the tension affect the speed of the wave? (Select all that apply)
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Fill in the Blanks
Select the ruler checkbox.
What is the wavelength of the wave in cm?
(Measure the wavelength from crest-to-crest, or trough-to-trough)
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Fill in the Blanks
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Open Ended
Now adjust the amplitude slider, does the amplitude affect the wavelength, and or the frequency; if so, in what ways does changing the amplitude affect them?
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