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This web page contains an in-depth tutorial on the properties and behavior of waves, suitable for beginning students of physics or physical science teachers who would like a refresher on wave energy. It features multiple animations to accompany the text, plus self-guided question-and-answer sets. Included is a discussion of the nature and anatomy of waves, how wave energy is transported, and an overview of standing waves and harmonic patterns.
This item is part of The Physics Classroom, a web-based collection of tutorials for high school physics students.
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Topic: Wave Energy
Unit Title: Teaching About Waves and Wave Energy A straightforward tutorial suitable for crossover teachers or K-8 physical science teachers who would like a refresher on the topic of waves. This is part of the respected Physics Classroom tutorial collection, and covers wave categories, properties and behavior of waves, and how waves transport energy. Link to Unit:
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T. Henderson, The Physics Classroom: Waves (1996), <https://www.physicsclassroom.com/Class/waves>.
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Henderson, T. (2008, December 12). The Physics Classroom: Waves. Retrieved October 14, 2024, from https://www.physicsclassroom.com/Class/waves
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Henderson, Tom. The Physics Classroom: Waves. December 12, 2008. https://www.physicsclassroom.com/Class/waves (accessed 14 October 2024).
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Henderson, Tom. The Physics Classroom: Waves. 1996. 12 Dec. 2008. 14 Oct. 2024 <https://www.physicsclassroom.com/Class/waves>.
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Author = "Tom Henderson",
Title = {The Physics Classroom: Waves},
Volume = {2024},
Number = {14 October 2024},
Month = {December 12, 2008},
Year = {1996}
}
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