Ripple Tank

Code: EDUCEDU2122

This is a simulation of a ripple tank. It demonstrates waves in two dimensions, including such wave phenomena as interference, diffraction (single slit, .

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The ripple tank is a shallow glass tank of water used to demonstrate the basic properties of waves. It is illuminated from above so the light shines through the water. The water’s ripples show up as shadows on the screen underneath the tank, providing a clear visual depiction of light, electromagnetic waves and sounds, reflection, refraction, interference and diffraction.

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