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Catch the Sound Waves
These simple glass tubes separate the sounds of the Exploratorium into distinct tones.
Chladni Singing
Sand scattered on a large metal square vibrates and jumps in response to the sound of your voice. When you hit just the right note(s), the sand spontaneously migrates into elegant geometrical patterns.
Humming Plates
Sand reveals vibrations that are normally invisible.
