Activity 2: Observe some Waves
Directions: Observe the following pictures that demonstrate how waves carry energy
by using a slinky and answer the questions that follow.
Imagine that a ribbon is tied at one part of the slinky.
1. Will the wave transport the ribbon to the end of the slinky?
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2. Will the ribbon move as the wave passes by?
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Answer:
1. No, it will not
2. It will not move