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3B50.52 Superposition Computer Simulation

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This simulation program shows two differently colored waves approaching each other and the resulting superposition in a third color. Parameters which can be altered for each wave include wavelength, velocity, and amplitude. The image from the computer is displayed onto a TV screen.

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Computer

Note: There may be an applet at http://tesla.phys.columbia.edu:8080/lecture_demonstrations/jtest2/ but you will need it running on your laptop.

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