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Giant Slinky

Giant slinky suspended horizontally

Concept Overview:

1. Production of a longitudinal (compression) wave for ease of visualization.

Lecturer Procedure for Demonstration

Steps to Follow Expected Result
Push a coil near 1 end horizontally and quickly bull it back to equilibrium A longitudinal (compression) pulse is created
Move a coil horizontally several times, with force.  Carefully choose the timing to create a rhythm. A standing longitudinal (compression) wave is produced.
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Identifier
M: WM&S - 003