This interactive simulation allows students to analyze the properties of sound waves. Frequency/amplitude can be controlled and audio tones can be enabled or disabled. Other options allow users to experiment with constructive and destructive interference by moving positions of speakers and listeners. Tools are also provided to measure wavelengths of various frequencies. Experimenting with interference from a wall and exploring sound in environments without air pressure are also possible.
This simulation is part of a large and growing collection developed by the Physics Educational Technology Project using research-based principles.
See the Related Materials below for a link to clicker questions and tutorials designed specifically for this simulation by the PhET team.
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A set of 22 concept (clicker) questions relating to the topic of longitudinal waves and the physics of sound. This item, a PhET Gold Star winner, was developed specifically for use with the PhET Sound simulation.
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