Sound Energy

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What is sound?

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Sound is a form of energy that travels in waves.

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What does it mean to vibrate?

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To vibrate is to move back and forth quickly.

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What determines the pitch of a sound wave?

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The pitch of a sound wave is determined by its frequency.

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Can an object that does not vibrate produce sound?

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No, an object that does not vibrate cannot produce sound.

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True or False: Without matter, sound waves could not travel.

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True.

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What is frequency in relation to sound?

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Frequency is the number of vibrations per second that determines the pitch of a sound.

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What is the relationship between sound and energy?

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Sound is a type of energy that is produced by vibrating objects.

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What is volume in terms of sound?

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Volume refers to how loud or soft a sound is.

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What is a sound wave?

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A sound wave is a wave of pressure that travels through a medium, such as air or water.

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What medium do sound waves travel through?

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Sound waves can travel through solids, liquids, and gases.

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