Sound Energy

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What is sound energy?

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Sound energy is a type of energy produced by vibrating objects, which creates sound waves that travel through different mediums.

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Can sound travel through liquids?

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Yes, sound can travel through liquids.

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What happens when an object vibrates?

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When an object vibrates, it moves back and forth quickly, creating sound waves.

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What is the term for moving back and forth quickly?

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Vibrate.

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Can sound waves travel through space?

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No, sound waves cannot travel through space because there are no particles to carry the sound.

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Can sound travel through solids?

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Yes, sound can travel through solids.

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What is a medium in the context of sound?

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A medium is a substance (solid, liquid, or gas) through which sound waves can travel.

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What is pitch in sound?

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Pitch is how high or low a sound is, determined by the frequency of the sound waves.

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What is a sound wave?

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A sound wave is a vibration that travels through a medium, creating areas of compression and rarefaction.

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What is the difference between sound and light?

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Sound requires a medium to travel through, while light can travel through a vacuum.