2.7 - Speed of Sound
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Practice Questions
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What is speed of sound?
💡 Hint: Think about how quickly you hear thunder after you see lightning.
What is bulk modulus?
💡 Hint: Consider how hard or soft a balloon feels when you squeeze it.
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What is the formula for calculating the speed of sound in a medium?
💡 Hint: Remember the relationship between pressure, volume, and sound.
True or False: The speed of sound is faster in gases than in liquids.
💡 Hint: Think about how you hear sounds underwater.
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Calculate the speed of sound if the bulk modulus of a fluid is 4.0 x 10^9 N/m² and its density is 1.0 kg/m³.
💡 Hint: Break down the units in the formula to ensure they’re consistent.
Discuss the implications of compressibility in the context of sound transmission in gases versus solids.
💡 Hint: Consider different everyday experiences with sound in various materials.
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