Ripple Tank

A ripple tank sits atop an over head projector

Concept Overview:

1. Visual demonstration of wave propagation

2. Visual demonstration of wave interference

Lecturer Procedure

Step(s) to Follow	Expected Result
1. Turn on the projector. 2. Turn the dial on the motor to the yellow tape. 3. Observe the pattern on the wall.	See photo below

Step(s) to Follow

Expected Result

1. Turn on the projector.

2. Turn the dial on the motor to the yellow tape.

3. Observe the pattern on the wall.

See photo below

Results:

The interference patterns of the ripple tank are projected onto the lecture hall wall