Sound Waves Underwater: The Loch Ness Monster

PBS Learning Media
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PBS Learning Media
Resource Type
Classroom Material
Keywords
NOVA The Beast of Loch Ness sound sound waves wavelength frequency intensity sonar sound navigation ranging water density underwater acoustics hydroacoustics Loch Ness Scotland monster transmission impedance water temperature pressure turbulence compression rarefaction bats dolphins echoes speed of sound
Subjects
Science STEAM
Grade Levels
Grade 6 Grade 7 Grade 8 Grade 9 Grade 10 Grade 11 Grade 12
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Sound Waves Underwater: The Loch Ness Monster

This NOVA video shows sonar's strengths and limitations as a team of enthusiasts and scientists attempt to find a mythical monster. Because sound waves travel further than light waves through liquids, measuring devices use sound waves to measure depth and locate underwater objects.
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PBS Learning Media

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