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Subject: Sound

Science activity that explores frequencies, forced vibrations, and resonance

Spaghetti Resonance

Demonstrate resonance by shaking dried spaghetti.

Science activity that demonstrates sound localization

Stereo Sound

Locating the source of a sound is mostly a matter of timing.

Science activity that demonstrates resonance in a musical instrument

Straw Oboe

Two lips make sound.

Science activity visualizing sound waves

Vocal Visualizer

Use your voice to transform laser light into dazzling patterns.

Science activity to create an instrument that produces sound from a vibrating stretched membrane

Water-Bottle Membranophone

This surprising instrument is fun to make—and even more fun to play.

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