Mysteries of Sound Workshop

Ages: 12-adult

Instructor: Dr. Jim Rudert

Step into the exciting world of sound with this immersive workshop. In this hands-on experience, participants will dive deep into the mysteries of sound, exploring concepts such as the speed of sound, constructive and destructive interference, noise cancellation, the range of hearing, and Doppler shift. Through engaging experiments and activities, you'll witness the fascinating phenomenon of sound waves in action. Discover how different materials and environments affect the speed of sound, create awe-inspiring patterns with constructive and destructive interference, and even engineer your own noise-canceling devices. Uncover the limits of human hearing and gain insights into the Doppler effect, the same principle that transforms the sound of an approaching siren. Whether you're a science enthusiast, a student, or simply curious about the physics of sound, this workshop promises an enlightening and interactive journey into the auditory realm. Get ready to be amazed by the science behind the sounds we hear every day!