Waves and Oscillations Learning Activities
Avantor offers a complete catalogue of instruments and tools useful for demonstrating key, basic concepts of physics that are applicable to everyday life both in and out of the laboratory. Demonstrate core ideas such as acceleration down a plane, friction, potential and kinetic energy, electrical conductivity, magnetic fields, wavelengths and velocity of sound, and more. Durable educational materials are designed for heavy use with consistent levels of handling, and all models are easy to use.
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Plastic Spring Wave
Observe phase reversal at the fixed end of wave pulses with this spring used to test waves in fundamental and multiple vibrations.
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Ward's® Variable Standing Wave Generator
An exciting, interactive exploration, this generator includes various mass attachments to investigate degrees of string tension in standing waves.
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Tuning Fork Activator
The activator is specifically designed for use with tuning forks.
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Wave Demonstration Kit
Compact kit for all your wave demonstration needs.
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Rubber Hammer for Tuning Fork
This large rubber hammer is ideal for activating tuning forks.
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Adjustable Aluminum Tuning Fork
This aluminum tuning fork has sliding weights on each tine.
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Eisco® Electric Tuning Fork
Show relationships between frequency, length, tension and mass
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Spring Wave Demonstration
Students create and observe waves and their properties.
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Alloy Tuning Forks
These long-lasting aluminum tuning forks have a full sound.
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Wave Velocity Apparatus
This self-contained apparatus explores wave velocity.
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CENCO® String Vibrator
Unit consists of a sturdy metal frame carrying a DC motor with an eccentric shaft for exciting the vibrations. Clamp the frame to a table, attach a string and then simply use masses and a pulley to put tension on the string.

