Experiments to Find the Speed of Waves on Water Using a Ripple Tank

The video tutorial explains how to measure the speed of waves on water using a ripple tank. It covers the equipment needed, including a vibrating beam and a lamp, and describes the process of setting up the experiment. The tutorial demonstrates how to measure the frequency and wavelength of the waves by observing shadows and using a ruler. Finally, it shows how to calculate the wave speed using the formula v = F * Lambda, emphasizing that the results are estimates.

What equipment is used to determine the speed of waves in the Ripple tank?

Explain how the vibrating beam in the Ripple tank generates water waves.

What is the significance of the ruler in the Ripple tank experiment?

What equation does Liam use to find the speed of the waves, and what do the variables represent?

Describe the process Liam uses to measure the frequency of the waves.

How does Liam calculate the wavelength of the waves in the Ripple tank?

Summarize the final results of Liam's experiment regarding the speed of waves.