The Nature of Waves: Mediums and Waves

The Nature of Waves: Mediums and Waves

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Science, Physics

10th - 12th Grade

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The video explains how sound waves travel through different mediums such as air, solids, and water. It highlights how animals like dolphins and whales detect sound over long distances. The concept of mediums is introduced, explaining that mechanical waves need a medium to travel, unlike electromagnetic waves like light, which can travel through a vacuum. The video concludes with examples of light traveling through space.

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3 mins • 1 pt

What new insight or understanding did you gain from this video?

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