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Helmholtz Resonator

A.2.8 Helmholtz Resonator

Small "balloon" flasks serve as Helmholtz resonators. When they are placed near a small speaker connected to an audio oscilator, the resonant frequency is very apparent as you tune through. The ejecting air will blow out a match. The resonant frequency will also be sounded if you blow over the opening as when producing a note from a bottle.

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