Sound Waves, Resonance & Vibrations

September 30, 2020 • EPISODE 39

Learn about Thomas Edison’s relentless efforts at Menlo Park and how his perseverance led to the creation of the lightbulb. Then dive into the intriguing world of sound waves, resonance, and vibrations as Roger Billings explores the science behind pitch, waves, and frequency, and explains how our ears detect sound through vibrating hairs.

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Dr. Roger Billings is a visionary innovator whose work has touched the lives of millions of students and transformed the landscape of education. Widely known as “DrB” to the countless kids who benefit from his groundbreaking Acellus learning system, Dr. Billings has dedicated his life to advancing education through technology. As part of DrB’s lifelong commitment to supporting education, Science LIVE was launched as a way to “give back” by mentoring students in conjunction with the Roger Billings Scholarship Program.

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Maximilian on January 24, 2025 at 6:14 pm

Bots!
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Jaden on January 24, 2025 at 6:13 pm

A wrinkle in time…
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Josiah Alkire on October 18, 2024 at 4:07 pm

I love the science behind ears!
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