Waves and Resonance (Virtual Exploration Lab, Grades 9-12)

Brookhaven National Lab’s many particle accelerators use a technology called radiofrequency (RF) cavities to speed up charged particles. This device actually has a lot in common with musical instruments, which use resonance to create sounds. In this session, students will complete an online activity about waves in order to learn about what musical instruments and particle accelerators have in common. Resonance is the key to both!

Session Information:
-Flexible instruction whether students are in the classroom or at home
-Interactive, instructor-led session facilitated with students using materials from school or home (can also be demonstration-based if students do not have access to materials)
-Teachers will receive a detailed Teacher Notes guide upon booking
-Secure link to Zoom Gov videoconferencing platform will be provided
-$240 per class for this 1-hour program (BOCES-aidable)

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