2.1 (h)
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Demonstration 1
Starting with a basic two source pattern in the ripple tank, superposition can be explained.
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Analysis
The resulting diagram of the superposition of waves should be noted.
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Safety
Demonstration 2
Use the University of Southampton's animation to demonstrate superposition. Then get the pupils to draw waves of different amplitude and phase relationship on the same time base and superpose the waves to find the resultant.
Resources
There is this great web site that can be used for the whole of PH2.1 from the University of Southhampton
Analysis
Equipment
Safety
Independent Reasearch
This is an ideal opportunity for the pupils to use their scrap books and record their research into anti-noise.
