Students will be able to investigate and analyze the velocity, frequency, period, wavelength, and amplitude of a longitudinal wave and compare characteristics and behaviors of longitudinal waves.
Real world applications
Longitudinal waves are everywhere. Sound, a pulse sent down a slinky spring, and some seismic waves are examples of longitudinal waves. How can longitudinal waves such as these be characterized?
Drag the ball to adjust the amplitude. Use the slider to adjust the wavelength. Drag the end of the ruler to adjust its position. Click Play to start the wave. Click Pause to pause the wave. Use the time-step buttons to rewind or fast forward the lab. Click Reset Timer to restart the timer. Click Reset to start over.