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Oboes's unique sound originates from the two small reeds a musician blows into. Make your own double reed instrument out of straw! This Exploratorium Science Snack is a simple way to learn about sound and vibration.
- Under 5 minutes
- 5 to 10 minutes
- 1 cent - $1 per student
- Ages 4 - 14
- Activity
- English
Quick Guide
Materials List (per student)
- Flexible or straight plastic soda straws (if you use straight straws, be sure not to bend them while doing this Snack, otherwise it won't work)
- Scissors
- Optional: Poster paper, tape
Subjects
- Engineering and Technology
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Physical Sciences
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Vibration and Waves
- Wave Properties
- Sound
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Vibration and Waves
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The Nature of Technology
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The Design Process
- Invention and Innovation
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The Design Process
Other
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