Science Experiments with Sound and Music.SHAR LEVINE Le·vine , James Lawrence Born 1943. American pianist and conductor. He began his career with the Metropolitan Opera as principal conductor in 1973 and has since served as both music and artistic director. AND LESLIE Leslie (Gaelic, derived from a surname meaning 'garden of hollies,'grey fortress, or'garden by the pool')[1] can refer to any of the following: Places in Scotland:
Get good vibrations as you work through these science projects devoted to the nature of sound. Using materials commonly found around the house, students learn how sound moves, how animals such as bats and dolphins use echolocation echolocation Physiological process for locating distant or invisible objects (such as prey) by emitting sound waves that are reflected back to the emitter by the objects. Echolocation is used by an animal to orient itself, avoid obstacles, find food, and interact socially. , how sound can break glass, and why your nose plays such an important role in the noise that comes out of your mouth. Many pictures guide you through the steps of each activity. Sidebars offer further information on the science behind each demonstration. Originally published in hardcover in 2000. Sterling, 2002, 80 p., color photos/illus., paperback, $10.95. |
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