Introduction
Wave motion involves the transmission of energy and not matter. The most common waves in our everyday surroundings are matter waves. Disturbances that move through matter such as strings, springs, water, air, and rocks are all examples of matter waves.
Objectives
In this activity, you will
- Explore the shape of a transverse wave pulse and how it moves along a spring lying on a smooth floor.
Sensors and Equipment
This experiment features the following sensors and equipment. Additional equipment may be required.
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This experiment is #21 of Physics with Video Analysis. The experiment in the book includes student instructions as well as instructor information for set up, helpful hints, and sample graphs and data.
