Sound Waves

Front

What happens in the inner ear?

Back

Sound waves are converted into nerve impulses.

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NGSS.MS-LS1-8

Front

What is frequency?

Back

The number of vibrations per second.

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NGSS.HS-PS4-1

Front

What can an object that does not vibrate not produce?

Back

Sound.

Front

What structure divides the outer ear from the middle ear?

Back

Tympanic membrane (ear drum).

Front

How does increasing the distance represented by the letter A affect the sound?

Back

The sound would be louder.

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NGSS.4-PS3-2

Front

What is a sound wave?

Back

A vibration that travels through a medium (like air) and can be heard when it reaches a person's or animal's ear.

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NGSS.MS-PS4-1

NGSS.MS-PS4-2

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What is amplitude in sound waves?

Back

The height of the wave, which determines the loudness of the sound.

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NGSS.MS-PS4-1

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What is the relationship between pitch and frequency?

Back

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

Front

What is the medium through which sound travels?

Back

Sound can travel through solids, liquids, and gases.

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NGSS.MS-PS4-2

Front

What is the role of the cochlea in hearing?

Back

The cochlea converts sound vibrations into nerve impulses that are sent to the brain.