Additional Info

• ID Code: G3-31
• Purpose: To audibly illustrate transmission of energy in a mechanical wave
• Description: This long spring has a horn mounted on each end, which amplifies the vibrations from the spring as they pass into the air. Invite a student volunteer to hold each end, and show how energy is transferred through a wave and produces sound at the far end of the spring.

  This demonstration was donated by Prof. William Dorland.

• Availability: Available
• Loc codes: G3