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7. Sound

Sound is a type of energy caused by vibrations and travels as a longitudinal wave through various media. It has distinct characteristics, including wavelength, frequency, amplitude, time period, and speed, and can be classified into audible, infrasonic, and ultrasonic ranges. The reflection of sound follows similar principles to that of light, with practical applications in areas such as medical imaging and underwater navigation.

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  • 7

    Sound

    Sound is a form of energy characterized by vibrations, traveling as longitudinal waves through various media.

  • 7.1

    Nature Of Sound

    Sound is energy created by vibrations, traveling as a longitudinal wave through various media.

  • 7.2

    Characteristics Of Sound Waves

    Sound waves have distinct characteristics including wavelength, frequency, amplitude, time period, and speed that define their behavior and propagation.

  • 7.3

    Audible, Infrasonic And Ultrasonic Sounds

    This section discusses the different ranges of sound, including audible, infrasonic, and ultrasonic sounds, highlighting their characteristics and examples.

  • 7.4

    Reflection Of Sound

    This section discusses the phenomenon of sound reflection, including the laws governing it and concepts like echo and reverberation.

  • 7.5

    Applications Of Reflection Of Sound

    This section discusses various applications that utilize the reflection of sound, including everyday tools and advanced technologies.

  • 7.6

    Range Of Hearing In Humans

    This section explains the normal range of human hearing and how it varies with age and among different species.

  • 7.7

    Structure Of The Human Ear (Basic Function)

    The human ear serves to convert sound waves into electrical signals for the brain to interpret.

  • 7.7.1

    Outer Ear (Pinna)

    The outer ear, also known as the pinna, plays a vital role in collecting sound waves and directing them towards the ear canal.

  • 7.7.2

    Ear Canal

    The ear canal is an integral part of the outer ear that transmits sound waves to the eardrum.

  • 7.7.3

    Eardrum

    The eardrum is a vital component of the human ear that vibrates in response to sound waves, playing a key role in hearing.

  • 7.7.4

    Middle Ear

    The middle ear amplifies sound vibrations through three small bones known as ossicles.

  • 7.7.5

    Inner Ear (Cochlea)

    The cochlea is a crucial part of the inner ear that transforms sound vibrations into electrical signals for the brain.

  • 7.7.6

    Auditory Nerve

    The auditory nerve is a crucial component of the human ear that transmits sound signals from the inner ear to the brain.

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