Acoustics Collection
Acoustics Collection: Resources developed in coordination with the Acoustical Society of America (ASA).
The following lessons utilize materials provided free to educators by the ASA in their Explore Sound Kit. Visit ExploreSound.org to learn more and to request your free kit.
Mosquito Science Digi Kit not yet Available
Build a model mosquito and make observations about the sound it makes and why it makes sound.
Build a model mosquito and make observations about the sound it makes and why it makes sound.
Vibration Science Collection Digi Kit Available
Observe the relationship between sound production and vibration, and the variables that influence frequency and pitch.
Observe the relationship between sound production and vibration, and the variables that influence frequency and pitch.
Song Science Digi Kit Available
Observe resonance by building and modifying a mechanical record player.
Observe resonance by building and modifying a mechanical record player.
Voice Science Digi Kit Available
Analyze your voice using free smartphone apps, and observe changes in wavelength and amplitude.
Analyze your voice using free smartphone apps, and observe changes in wavelength and amplitude.
Ear Science Digi Kit not yet Available
Use online resources and posters to learn about how sound is observed by the human ear. Use a sound intensity meter (or a free smartphone app) to see how distance from sound affects how loud it sounds.
Use online resources and posters to learn about how sound is observed by the human ear. Use a sound intensity meter (or a free smartphone app) to see how distance from sound affects how loud it sounds.
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