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Sound Wave Propagation

This visualization demonstrates how sound waves propagate through air, showing compression and rarefaction regions.

Diagram Elements

• Vibrating tuning fork creates sound waves

• Air layers vibrate back and forth

• Sound waves propagate through the medium

Wave Properties
Compression (High Pressure)
Rarefaction (Low Pressure)
Wave Controls
Frequency
1.0
Amplitude
1.0
Vibrating tuning fork
Direction of sound wave
Direction of vibration of air layers
Amplitude
Vibrating air layers