Frequency and Amplitude

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Examination of two of the main properties of sound waves.

A demonstration of the properties of sound waves - amplitude and frequency. Use is made of polystyrene balls with a drum to show amplitude and a ruler and glass to show levels of frequency.
From: Bitesize Revision Science 2 Key Stage 3
First Broadcast : 29 November 2007

Teachers' notes

Age Group : 11-14

Subject : Physics, Science

Topic : Waves, Physical processes

Keywords : Vibration and sound, Sound waves, Amplitude, Frequency, Cathode ray oscilloscope

Notes : Use clip to illustrate or revise the ideas of sound frequency and amplitude.

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