Sound Unit 3

Front

What happens when you hit a tuning fork against a desk?

Back

A sound is heard.

Front

What can Miles do to improve his cup phone communication with Jose?

Back

Use a tighter string.

Front

What is the reason sound is produced when a tuning fork is struck?

Back

Matter vibrates.

Front

What occurs when a metal triangle is hit with a stick?

Back

The triangle vibrates, causing a sound.

Front

What level of sound is appropriate for a fire alarm?

Back

Loud.

Front

What is sound?

Back

Sound is a vibration that travels through a medium (like air, water, or solids) and can be heard when it reaches a person's or animal's ear.

Front

What is the role of vibrations in sound production?

Back

Vibrations create sound waves that travel through a medium.

Front

How does the tightness of a string affect sound transmission in a cup phone?

Back

A tighter string allows for better transmission of sound vibrations.

Front

What is the relationship between matter and sound?

Back

Sound requires matter to travel, as it is produced by the vibration of particles in a medium.

Front

What is the difference between loud and soft sounds?

Back

Loud sounds have a higher amplitude of sound waves, while soft sounds have a lower amplitude.