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In this activity (last activity on the page), learners make a model of the eardrum (also called the "tympanic membrane") and see how sound travels through the air. This activity page includes a link to background information about the ear and hearing.
- Under 5 minutes
- 5 to 10 minutes
- 1 cent - $1 per student
- Ages 6 - 18
- Activity, Model
- English
Quick Guide
Materials List (per student)
- Plastic wrap
- Container with wide opening
- Uncooked rice (any other small grain will work)
- Tin cookie sheet (or other noise maker)
Subjects
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Life Sciences
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Human Body
- The Brain and Nervous System
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Human Senses and Perception
- Hearing
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Human Body
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Physical Sciences
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Vibration and Waves
- Wave Motion
- Sound
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Vibration and Waves
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The Nature of Science
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The Scientific Process
- Conducting Investigations
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The Scientific Process
Informal Categories
- Food and Cooking
- Model Building
Audience
To use this activity, learners need to:
- hear
- touch
Learning styles supported:
- Involves hands-on or lab activities
Other
This resource is part of:
Access Rights:
- Free access
By:
- Chudler, Ph.D., Eric H.
Rights:
- All rights reserved, Eric H. Chudler, 2009