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Sound Flashcards

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What type of wave is a sound wave?

A

Longitudinal

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What can’t sound waves travel through A vacuumand why?

A

because there are no particles

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3
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What is the type of equipment scientists use that converts sound in to a transverse wave?

A

oscilloscope

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4
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What do bats use to communicate?

A

echolocation

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5
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Can sound reflect off objects?

A

Yes

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6
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What does frequency of 440HZ mean?

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how many waves are produced per second

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