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Pearson Edexcel 9PH0

Core practical — Core Practical 6

Pearson requires determination of the speed of sound in air using a two-beam oscilloscope, signal generator, speaker and microphone.

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Interactive Practical · A-Level Physics

Speed of sound using an oscilloscope

Move a microphone, read two oscilloscope traces and determine sound speed from measured wavelengths and periods.

This simulation supports preparation and data-analysis practice. It does not replace carrying out real practical work.

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Pearson Edexcel · 9PH0

Core practical · Core Practical 6

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