Practice Sound Waves: The Vibrations We Hear (5.2.1) - Waves, Sound & Light, and Introduction to Magnetism
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Sound Waves: The Vibrations We Hear

Practice - Sound Waves: The Vibrations We Hear

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Question 1 Easy

Define sound waves.

💡 Hint: Think about how we hear sound.

Question 2 Easy

What is the unit of measurement for frequency?

💡 Hint: What represents cycles per second?

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Question 1

What type of wave are sound waves?

Transverse
Longitudinal
Circular

💡 Hint: Think about particle motion.

Question 2

True or False: Sound travels faster in air than in water.

True
False

💡 Hint: Consider the medium's properties.

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Challenge 1 Hard

If a sound wave has a frequency of 440 Hz and a wavelength of 0.78 meters, calculate the speed of sound in that medium.

💡 Hint: Apply the wave speed formula.

Challenge 2 Hard

Describe an experiment to measure the speed of sound in different media, including steps and necessary materials.

💡 Hint: Make sure to control environmental variables like temperature.

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