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Play with a slinky and make transverse waves. In this simple Exploratorium Science Snack, learners will experience making waves and will learn the different parts of a wave.
- Under 5 minutes
- Under 5 minutes
- free per student
- Ages 6 - 14
- Activity
- English
Quick Guide
Materials List (per student)
- A Slinky
- Two chairs
- About 3 meters of 20-pound test monofilament fishing line
- Masking tape
- Optional: substitute for nylon line, a smooth tabletop
Subjects
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Physical Sciences
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Vibration and Waves
- Wave Properties
- Wave Motion
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Vibration and Waves
Other
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