Sound waves

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What type of wave is a sound wave?

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A sound wave is a mechanical and longitudinal wave.

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How does increasing the distance represented by the letter A affect the sound?

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The sound would be louder.

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What measurement increases when a sound is louder?

Back

Amplitude.

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What property changes when the frequency of a wave changes?

Back

Wavelength.

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What happens to the pitch of a sound if the wavelength decreases?

Back

It would have a higher pitch.

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Define sound wave.

Back

A sound wave is a vibration that travels through a medium (such as air, water, or solids) and can be heard when it reaches a person's or animal's ear.

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What is the relationship between frequency and wavelength in sound waves?

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Frequency and wavelength are inversely related; as frequency increases, wavelength decreases.

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What is amplitude in the context of sound waves?

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Amplitude is the maximum extent of a vibration or oscillation, measured from the position of equilibrium, and it determines the loudness of the sound.

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What is the unit of measurement for frequency?

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Hertz (Hz).

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How does temperature affect the speed of sound in air?

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The speed of sound increases with an increase in temperature.

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