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WFU Physics Lecture Demonstrations
Standing Waves on a String
PIRA 3B22.10
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Description:
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The dependence on frequency and tension can be seen
when setting up standing waves. As the frequencyincreases, so does the
number of nodes/antinodes. However, as the tension increases, the number
of nodes/antinodes decreases.
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Recipe and
Location:
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Pasco Speaker Vibrator
String
Frequency Generator
Table Clamp
Small Rod
Pulley Clamp
Pulley
Slotted Mass Set
Slotted Mass Hanger
Leads
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Video:
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MPG Video:
None
Real Video:
None
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Notes:
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None at this time.
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Mechanics
Fluid Mechanics
Waves
Thermodynamics
E&M
Optics
Modern
Astronomy
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