Velocity of a Wave
In this engaging lesson, students will model a standing transverse wave using a slinky and collect measurements to find the amplitude, wavelength, and frequency of their wave in order to calculate the velocity. Students get hands-on experience to attach to abstract concepts and practice problems that they can compare to their own measurements.
Lesson Grade Level
8th GradeLesson Plan Link/URL
https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/13S5NGsLlpGb-1-CNoAKKsaYIGOQK_KI_/edit?u…Related Content
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