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What is a ripple tank?
The phenomenon of water waves can be
investigated using a ripple tank.
Lamphouse
The water waves are produced by a
vibrating bar on the water surface. To cell and
The tank is leveled so that the depth of rheostat
water in the tank is uniform to ensure water Down for circular
waves propagate with uniform speed waves
Straight wave Stroboscope
dipper
Rubber
Band
Eccentric Sponge
beach
Water
Plane waves
Wave pattern on
white screen
Circular waves
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