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Frequency modulation

physical science Maturity 11-13

Music travels through the air.

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It uses a special wave. This wave changes to carry sound. It helps music sound very clear. This is how we hear the radio.
GE FM radio antistatic demonstration 1940.jpg
GE FM radio antistatic demonstration 1940.jpg
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File:GE FM radio antistatic demonstration 1940.jpg
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FM Broadcast Transmitter High Power.jpg
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