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The Science of Sound and Musical Instruments Lesson PlanThe Science of Sound and Musical Instruments Lesson Plan
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The Science of Sound and Musical Instruments

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Learners identify the components of sound. They describe the relationship between pitch and frequency and explain the terms sympathetic vibrations and resonance. They perform simple experiments about the world of sound and explain the process of hearing.

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resonance

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frequency, pitch, resonance, sympathetic vibrations, visual and performing arts
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7th - 12th
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Visual & Performing Arts
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