What is a monochromator? A monochromator is used to isolate a specific wavelength of light. This process is expertly explained in the video below. Monochromators […]
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How to Calculate the Velocity of Transverse Waves Along a Stretched String
When a string is plucked it sets up both longitudinal and transverse waves. If the string is made of elastic material like steel it can […]
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Transverse Waves and It’s Application on Stringed Musical Instruments
If you move your hand up and down on a vibrating string, the motion will launch waves in two independent directions (up and down for […]
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Sonometer – How to Verify the Laws of Vibration in a Fixed String
A sonometer is a device used to verify the laws of vibration in a fixed string. It consists of a one-meter long hollow box with […]
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Definition and Measurement of Motion, Speed, Velocity and Friction
What is Motion? What are the differences between speed and velocity? What is friction and how can it be reduced? These are questions relating to […]
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Principles on How to Record Sound on a Tape or Film
Do you Know how to record sound on a tape or film? Do you know the principles behind recording sound on a tape or on […]
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Working Principles and Uses of Potentiometer in E.M.F Calculations
Pointer instruments are useless for very accurate measurements: the best of them have an intrinsic error of about 1 percent of full scale. Where greater […]
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Application of Doppler Effect in the Measurement of Light
In understanding the application of Doppler effect on the measurement of light, we must note that the speed of distant stars and planet has been […]
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Applications Of Homokinetics In Our Everyday Lives
Homokinetics or constant velocity joint is the study of systems that transfer energy through mechanical means, such as gears, belts, and chains. It is a […]
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Applications Of Relativistic Mechanics
What Exactly is Relativistic Mechanics? Relativistic mechanics is a branch of physics that studies the laws of motion and gravity at extremely high speeds and […]
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