Microcomputer Measurement of the Velocity of Sound in Air.

Bates, P. A.

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ERIC Number: EJ281836

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Publication Date: 1983-May

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Microcomputer Measurement of the Velocity of Sound in Air.

Bates, P. A.

Physics Education, v18 n3 p128-33 May 1983

Describes apparatus, computer program (for Apple II), and procedures used in an experiment to determine the velocity of sound in air. In addition, the experiment focuses on the attention required in calibrating equipment and the measuring of both long distances and very short time intervals. (JN)

Descriptors: Acoustics, College Science, Computer Oriented Programs, Computer Programs, Higher Education, Measurement Equipment, Microcomputers, Physics, Science Education, Science Equipment, Science Experiments, Velocity

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Descriptive

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Language: English

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