A Demonstration of How Couscous Can Be Formed Into Beautiful Patterns Using Wave Vibrations

Science presenter Steve Mould gave a demonstration on how wave vibrations can be used to arrange couscous into beautiful patterns. Mould drew a bow across the edges of a metal plate to vibrate its surface in different patterns.

The patterns are called Chladni figures, and are named after German physicist Ernst Chladni who discovered them in the 18th century.

Glen Tickle
Glen Tickle

Amelia's dad. Steph's husband. Writer, comedian, gentleman. Good at juggling, bad at chess.