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What is the definition of frequency in sound waves?

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Frequency is the number of waves that pass a point in one second, measured in Hertz (Hz). It determines the pitch of the sound.

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What is amplitude in sound waves?

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Amplitude is the height of the wave from its rest position, which determines the loudness of the sound.

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What is wavelength in sound waves?

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Wavelength is the distance between two consecutive points of the same phase in a wave, such as crest to crest or trough to trough.

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What is the speed of sound in air?

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The speed of sound in air at room temperature is approximately 343 meters per second.

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What is the difference between sound waves and light waves?

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Sound waves are mechanical waves that require a medium to travel through, while light waves are electromagnetic waves that can travel through a vacuum.

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What is a crest in a wave?

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A crest is the highest point of a wave.

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What is a trough in a wave?

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A trough is the lowest point of a wave.

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What does it mean for a wave to transmit energy?

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It means that the wave carries energy from one place to another without transporting matter.

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What is the relationship between frequency and pitch?

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Higher frequency results in a higher pitch, while lower frequency results in a lower pitch.

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What is the relationship between amplitude and loudness?

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Greater amplitude results in a louder sound, while smaller amplitude results in a softer sound.