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Waves on a String HTML5 PreAP Lesson
- WavesOnaStringPreAP_ExitQuiz.docx - 13 kB
- WavesOnaStringPreAP_Student.docx - 20 kB
- WavesOnaStringPreAP_Lesson.pdf - 352 kB
- WavesOnaStringPreAP_Lesson.docx - 36 kB
| Title | Waves on a String HTML5 PreAP Lesson |
| Description | In this investigation, students construct their own definitions for amplitude, tension, damping and frequency using the PhET simulation as a guide. Students explore how waves behave with free, fixed and loose ends relating their experiences to real world examples. It is intended for PreAP Physics but could also be used in AP Physics 1. An editable exit quiz is provided that teachers can modify. |
| Subject | Physics |
| Level | High School |
| Type | Lab |
| Duration | 60 minutes |
| Answers Included | No |
| Language | English |
| Keywords | amplitude, damping, tension, waves |
| Simulation(s) | Wave on a String (HTML5) |
| Author(s) | Elyse Zimmer |
| Contact Email | elyse.zimmer@gmail.com |
| School / Organization | Educator |
| Date submitted | 8/18/15 |
| Date updated | 8/20/15 |
