Sand Behavior in Modified Speaker Experiment

Sand Behavior in Modified Speaker Experiment

Assessment

Interactive Video

Physics, Science

5th - 8th Grade

Hard

Created by

Ethan Morris

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The video tutorial demonstrates a sound experiment using a speaker with a steel sheet. Sand is placed on the sheet, and various tones are played to observe the effects. The experiment aims to predict whether the sand will jump, slide, or form patterns. The video encourages viewers to think critically about sound waves and their impact on materials.

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8 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the purpose of the amplifier in the experiment?

To power the speaker

To reduce noise

To boost the sound from the phone

To change the tone of the sound

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What material replaces the cone in the modified speaker?

Wood

Plastic

Sheet steel

Glass

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is placed on top of the modified speaker for the experiment?

Water

Sand

Salt

Rice

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main action performed during the experiment demonstration?

Adding more sand

Changing the speaker

Removing the amplifier

Sending tones through the speaker

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is one prediction made about the sand's behavior?

It will disappear

It will change color

It will jump up

It will melt

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is another prediction about the sand's behavior?

It will form a pattern

It will emit light

It will turn into liquid

It will become sticky

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a possible outcome for the sand according to the discussion?

It will burn

It will freeze

It will fall off the plate

It will float

8.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the final question posed about the sand's behavior?

Will it change color?

Will it become magnetic?

Will it make a sound?

Will it jump, fall, or form a pattern?