Sound Frequency with the Xplorer GLX™
In this experiment, students determine the frequency and wavelength of sound waves that they create.
Lab Summary
In this experiment, students determine the frequency and wavelength of sound waves that they create.
Published: Summer 2005
Downloads
- Sound Frequency with the Xplorer GLX (30 KB, .zip)
Includes experiment setup and procedures
Here's What You Need
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Xplorer GLX (PS-2002) - $349
The Xplorer GLX is a data collection, graphing, and analysis tool designed for science students and educators.
Optional Other Products
Tuning Fork Set (SE-7342) - $79
Both rugged and economical aluminum tuning forks. Includes eight forks representing a full octave of frequencies.
Chime Set (SE-9081) - $25
Features three chimes which produce easily heard tones that can be analyzed using WAVEPORT software.
Slide Whistle (4 pack) (SE-8686) - $20
These brightly colored whistles are a great tool for demonstrating the relationship between tube length and pitch.
