Sound Review

Front

What happens to the amplitude of a sound wave as the volume decreases?

Back

The amplitude decreases.

Front

What happens to the frequency of a sound wave as the pitch increases?

Back

The frequency increases.

Front

Which factor does not affect the speed of sound in a medium?

Back

Color of the medium.

Front

What wave property is affected when a musician increases the force used to strum a guitar string?

Back

Amplitude.

Front

Why can sound not travel in space?

Back

Space is a vacuum.

Front

What is the definition of sound?

Back

Sound is a type of energy made by vibrations that travels through a medium.

Front

What is the relationship between frequency and pitch?

Back

Higher frequency results in a higher pitch.

Front

What is amplitude in the context of sound waves?

Back

Amplitude is the height of the sound wave, which determines the loudness of the sound.

Front

What medium does sound travel fastest in?

Back

Sound travels fastest in solids.

Front

What is a vacuum?

Back

A vacuum is a space that is completely empty of matter, including air.