Presentation: vibration, waves and sound

In groups of 2 (or individually) prepare a 10 minute (10 - 15 slide approximately) PowerPoint presentation on ANY topic relating to vibrations, waves and sound. You may select and sign-up from the list below, or find your own topic.


The task is to “explain how it works.”

Topics will relate to vibrations, waves or sound.

TOPICS

sonar

radar

ultra sound for medical imaging in pregnancy

ultra sound for physiotherapy treatment of muscle injuries, arthritic joints etc.

kidney stone treatment using shock waves

ultrasound used to treat horse injuries

earthquake waves

vibration arrestors on buildings

the Galloping Gertie bridge

opera singers breaking crystal glasses with their voices

can animals such as dogs or horses detect earthquakes before they occur?

how to sounds and vibrations from whale-watching boats affect the lives of whales?

acoustics of concert halls

MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS SUCH AS:

percussion

woodwind

brass

acoustic guitar

electric guitar

speakers for electronic music

ANY OTHER TOPIC THAT YOU CAN THINK OF