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resonance tube

A resonance tube is a scientific device used to study sound waves. It consists of a hollow tube partially filled with water and open at both ends. When a tuning fork vibrates near the open end, it creates sound waves that travel through the air inside the tube. As the length of the air column changes, at specific lengths, the sound waves resonate, producing a louder, clearer sound. This phenomenon helps scientists explore properties of sound waves, such as wavelength and frequency, and understand how sound behaves in different spaces.