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Physical Science
Nature of Sound
Nasco’s SciQuest ® Sound Intermediate Set
Specific concepts investigated relate to: conversion of mechanical energy to sound,
energy and particle motion in mechanical waves, and sound waves in solids and in air;
properties of sound waves, frequency and pitch, how frequency affects wave length
increasing loudness, and measuring wave length with open and closed resonating tubes;
and a direct measurement of the velocity of sound in air, the indirect measurement of
the velocity of sound by use of resonating tubes, and the effect of temperature on the
velocity of sound in air. Set includes Sound Multi-Group Kit (SB17861M) and Teacher DVD
(SB46138M) below. Grades 4—9. Sh. wt. 27 lbs.
SB23989M — $240.70
Sound Multi-Group Kit — Intermediate
Level. Includes 14 Investigations.
Typically a minimum of 15 class sessions
required to complete all activities.
Teacher’s guide included. Sh. wt. 26 lbs.
SB17861M — $224.65
Teacher DVD — Sound.
Sh. wt. 0.31 lbs.
SB46138M — $15.45
Teacher’s Guide Only. Sh. wt. 0.63 lbs.
SB22449M — $14.90
Nasco’s SciQuest ® Sound Demonstration Kit
Learn about the fascinating world of sound with this interactive kit! Students will learn
about how energy converts into sound, how sound travels, characteristics of sound
waves, frequency, wave length, loudness, and velocity of sound. Teachers guide included.
Includes Sound Mini Kit (SB19239M) and Teacher DVD (SB46138M) Grades 4—9.
Sh. wt. 8 lbs.
SB46195M — $79.45
Sound Mini Kit — Intermediate Level. 18 ideas to be developed relate to: converting
mechanical energy to sound, how sound travels; characteristics of sound waves, frequency,
wavelength, and loudness; and direct and indirect measurement of the velocity
of sound, effect of temperature on the velocity of sound in air. Teacher’s guide included.
Sh. wt. 7 lbs.
SB19239M — $80.65
Teacher DVD — Sound. Sh. wt. 0.31 lbs.
SB46138M — $15.45
Wave Model
Use for demonstrating longitudinal and transverse
wave motion. Consists of a number of eccentric
aluminum discs supporting a series of metal rods,
joined to a handle. On turning the handle, simulation
of waves can be obtained on the rods running
in a metal guide. Mounted on a nicely polished
wooden base. Sh. wt. 2.83 kgs.
SB33592M — $92.55
Bell in Vacuum
Nature, of course, abhors a vacuum — and sound waves
won’t travel through one. Prove it with a ringing bell inside
a sealed glass jar. As air is gradually pumped out of the jar,
the bell becomes faint, then dies. Includes jar, vacuum plate
with valve, rubber seal, bell system, and instructions. You
need a vacuum pump and two “AA” batteries (not included).
Bell may be removed for other vacuum experiments. The
inside height is 8", and the diameter is 8". Includes bell jar,
electric bell, base plate with seal, and instructions. Grades
6—12.
Sh. wt. 5.50 lbs.
SB44677M — $99.95
Ripple Tank for
Overhead Projector
Heavy Plexiglas ® construction for use with
an overhead projector or on the table top.
Great for observing propagation, reflection,
interference and diffraction of waves. Includes
adjustable vibrator, water tank, two baffles, and
adjustable control knob. Needs one “D” cell battery
(not included). Dimensions: 11 3 ⁄8" W x 13"
L x 1½" H. Grades 7—12. Sh. wt. 2.75 lbs.
SB42192M — $118.95
Wave Model Demonstration
For demonstrations longitudinal and transverse
wave motion. Consisting of a number of eccentric
plastic discs supporting a series of plastic
rods that are joined to a handle. On turning the
handle, simulation of waves can be obtained on
the rods. 18" L x 4" W x 12" H. Grades 6 and up.
Sh. wt. 8 lbs.
SB47549M — $51.50
Bell in Vacuum
The classic vacuum experiment with an
acrylic bell jar. Ring the bell inside the jar, then
pump the air out and listen to what happens to the sound of
the bell. The bottom flange is ground flat to ensure a perfect
seal. Electric bell is mounted for sound in vacuum experiments.
Operates on 4-6V DC. Sh. wt. 2.50 lbs.
SB48284M— $36.85
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