Sound Travel and Communication
Students will understand that sound travels through materials and can be used for communication by constructing simple devices and engaging in role-play.
Key Questions
- Explain how sound travels from a speaker to our ears.
- Construct a device that allows sound to travel over a distance (e.g., string telephone).
- Evaluate how sound helps animals communicate with each other.
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