Practice Speed of Sound: How Fast Does It Travel? - 2.2 | Module 4: Waves (Light and Sound) | IB Board Grade 9 Physics
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Practice Questions

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Question 1

Easy

What is the speed of sound in air at 20Β°C?

πŸ’‘ Hint: Think about the number that is often quoted when discussing sound in air.

Question 2

Easy

In which medium does sound travel fastest?

πŸ’‘ Hint: Consider where particles are most tightly packed.

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Interactive Quizzes

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Question 1

What is the approximate speed of sound in water?

  • 343 m/s
  • 1500 m/s
  • 5100 m/s

πŸ’‘ Hint: Recall the speeds of sound in different media.

Question 2

True or False: The speed of sound depends on the frequency of the sound wave.

  • True
  • False

πŸ’‘ Hint: Think about the definitions of speed, frequency, and amplitude.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

If you are in a room where the temperature is 30Β°C, how would you calculate the new speed of sound in air compared to when it is at 20Β°C?

πŸ’‘ Hint: Count the degrees of increase from the original temperature.

Question 2

A sound wave travels from air to water. Calculate the time it takes to travel 45 meters in air and 45 meters in water.

πŸ’‘ Hint: Use the speed of sound known in air and water for these calculations.

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