Speed of Sound

Front

The volume of a sound is measured in units called ________

Back

decibels

Front

A sound with a high frequency has a _____ pitch. A sound with a ____ frequency has a low pitch.

Back

high, low

Front

Sound moves in a _________.

Back

Longitudinal wave

Front

Amplitude affects which characteristic of sound waves?

Back

loudness

Front

Matter that carries sound waves is called a ________

Back

medium

Front

What is the speed of sound in air at room temperature?

Back

Approximately 343 meters per second (m/s).

Front

What is the relationship between frequency and wavelength in sound waves?

Back

They are inversely related; as frequency increases, wavelength decreases.

Front

What is the effect of temperature on the speed of sound?

Back

The speed of sound increases with an increase in temperature.

Front

What is the difference between pitch and loudness?

Back

Pitch is related to frequency, while loudness is related to amplitude.

Front

What type of wave is sound?

Back

Sound is a longitudinal wave.