| Waves and Vibrations Laboratory
Light and sound are created by physical and electromagnetic waves, which are featured
in a series of highly sensory exhibits that demonstrate the transfer of energy through
wave motion.
Like the Science Center's other labs, Waves and Vibrations is based on the State of
Michigan Curriculum Framework for Science Education. Subjects addressed include light and
shadows, sound waves, vibrations, waves, and the transfer of energy by waves and
vibrations.
Explore the electromagnetic spectrum at interactive tabletop displays that investigate
microwaves, radio waves, x-rays and visible light. Discover how light reflects and how it
is absorbed. Sound wave displays look at the science of pitch, amplitude and reflection.
Visitors also can "play" with mechanical waves to observe how they transfer
energy, as well as explore the motion of vibrating objects.
Waves and Vibrations exhibits include:
- Slice of Light - Make light reflect, refract, absorb and scatter. Experience the
wonders of light though prisms, lasers, fiber optics and oscilloscopes. A lens wall,
mirror wall and a unique kaleidoscope further the excitement of light exploration.
- The Laser Harp - Combine the wonders of light and sound waves. Get a
"sound" reward by interrupting a laser beam.
- Play With Sounds - Play With Sounds offers a "sound" playground. Raise your voice in song for a
duet with a singing bowl. Whisper across a void and have fun with big (shive) waves. What
do tuning forks, Slinkies, vocal chords, piano strings with oscilloscopes and weights on a
spring have in common? Visit this exhibit to discover the answer.
The Waves and Vibrations Laboratory is one of five galleries at The New Detroit Science
Center. To complete your journey of scientific observation visit:
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