To give him a little break from some of the intense kinematic equations, we watched a Ted Talk, as well as a rocket launch regarding Space X and space exploration. We were able to relate this to the topics of unit conversion, to convert the speed of the rocket from km/hr to miles/hr.
Since this is our first Physics class together, as well as the end of the semester, I am going through some basic physics topics to make sure she understands them. Today, we were doing unit conversions. This is necessary knowledge to solve other problems in physics.
Math - The second part of the test was given. She finished on time. Physics - We discussed the similarities and differences between various light frequencies (rotating electric and magnetic fields) and sound frequencies. A comparison of the dynamics was given.
Energy conservation was reviewed and the physics of a vacuum was introduced. Ancient philosophy was tied into modern physics with an explanation of the big bang theory and the quantum mechanics of empty space.
To tie in the material covered in the earlier lesson in the College Math class, we explored the relationship between geometry and sound. I demonstrated how the complex geometric forms and patterns seen in math class are the same as the ones formed through the constructive and destructive interference of the sound waves seen in cymatics and acoustic dynamics.
A review of the previous material was given. Energy, frequency, harmonics, sound, acoustic dynamics and cymatics was related to real-world applications.
The lesson consisted of more wave dynamics. The main topics were solving for the fundamental frequency of a wave and finding the higher harmonics or characteristic frequencies of a wave. An introduction to acoustic dynamics was given. Harmonics and resonance was then related to ratios (number/arithmetic) and the creation of form or geometries through sound.