Unit 8.2 Flashcard 1

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What causes sound?

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Sound is caused by vibrations.

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What is the primary way sound is produced?

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Sound is produced by vibration.

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What are contact forces?

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Contact forces are forces that occur when two objects are in physical contact with each other.

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How do sound waves affect windows in a building?

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Sound waves can make the windows of a building vibrate or shake.

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Why are models important in science?

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Models allow scientists to represent and explain the natural world.

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What is the relationship between sound and air?

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Sound travels through air as vibrations.

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What is an example of a contact force?

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An example of a contact force is pushing a swing.

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What happens to sound when the volume is turned up?

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Turning up the volume increases the amplitude of the sound waves.

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What is amplitude in sound?

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Amplitude refers to the height of the sound wave, which determines its loudness.

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What is frequency in sound?

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Frequency refers to the number of vibrations per second, which determines the pitch of the sound.