What's The Loudest Possible Sound?

What's The Loudest Possible Sound?

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Science, Physics, Engineering

11th Grade - University

Hard

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The video explores the nature of sound waves, their mechanical properties, and how they travel through mediums. It explains sound intensity, measured in decibels, and provides examples of loud sounds, including historical events like the Krakatoa eruption. The video discusses the limits of sound intensity, the transition to shockwaves, and the impact of sound in space exploration, particularly in NASA's rocket launches. It concludes with a curiosity about sound on other planets.

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OPEN ENDED QUESTION

3 mins • 1 pt

Describe the effects of sound waves at extremely high decibel levels.

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3 mins • 1 pt

How do different atmospheric conditions affect sound wave propagation?

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