9th Grade Physical Science Core Labs

   Lab 8 - Introduction to Waves (CPO 12.1)

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Purpose:
To create and describe waves.

Summary:
Students will create wave pulses on an elastic cord, measure the speed at which the waves travel, and observe how changing conditions can change the speed of a wave.

Objectives Links:
6: B. Waves

Process Skills Checklist

Materials (per group):

  • elastic string
  • electronic timer
  • spring scale
  • 2 photogates

Safety Concerns:
Standard operating procedures apply.

Revision Date:
August 2006

ISD 30 Science Dept. Bartlesville Independent School District 30
Science Department

9th Grade Physical Science Curriculum