Doppler Effect

Doppler Effect

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8th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the Doppler Effect?

Back

The Doppler Effect is the change in frequency or wavelength of a wave in relation to an observer who is moving relative to the wave source.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

How does the Doppler Effect affect sound waves when the source is moving towards an observer?

Back

When the source of sound waves moves towards an observer, the waves are compressed, leading to a higher frequency and a higher pitch.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What happens to the pitch of a sound when the source is moving away from the observer?

Back

The pitch of the sound decreases as the source moves away, resulting in a lower frequency and a lower pitch.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the relationship between wave frequency and pitch?

Back

Higher frequencies correspond to higher pitches, while lower frequencies correspond to lower pitches.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

How does the speed of sound in air affect the Doppler Effect?

Back

The speed of sound in air determines how quickly sound waves travel and can influence the perceived change in frequency as the source moves.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the formula for calculating the observed frequency in the Doppler Effect?

Back

The observed frequency (f') can be calculated using the formula: f' = f (v + vo) / (v + vs), where f is the source frequency, v is the speed of sound, vo is the speed of the observer, and vs is the speed of the source.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the significance of the observer's motion in the Doppler Effect?

Back

The motion of the observer can also affect the perceived frequency; if the observer moves towards the source, the frequency increases, and if they move away, the frequency decreases.

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