PHY 3 Sound

Front

What is the term for when the sound produced by one object causes another object to vibrate?

Back

Resonance

Front

What is a pattern of vibration that looks like a wave at rest?

Back

Standing Wave

Front

What term describes an instrument that vibrates when struck?

Back

Percussion Instrument

Front

What occurs when two instruments play the same note?

Back

Interference

Front

What does the frequency of sound waves determine?

Back

The pitch of the sound.

Front

What is a sound wave?

Back

A wave that is produced by vibrating objects and travels through a medium.

Front

What is echolocation?

Back

A method used by animals to locate objects by reflecting sound waves.

Front

What is a decibel?

Back

A unit used to measure the intensity of sound.

Front

What is the difference between pitch and loudness?

Back

Pitch is determined by frequency, while loudness is determined by amplitude.

Front

What is interference in sound?

Back

The phenomenon that occurs when two or more sound waves overlap and combine.