Sound Waves DOL

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What are sound waves?

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Sound waves are vibrations that travel through air, water, or solid materials, allowing us to hear sounds.

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How do sound waves travel?

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Sound waves travel by vibrating particles in the medium (air, water, or solids) they move through.

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What happens when a tuning fork vibrates?

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When a tuning fork vibrates, it creates sound waves that travel through the air.

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What is mechanical energy?

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Mechanical energy is the energy associated with the motion and position of an object.

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What is sound energy?

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Sound energy is the energy produced by vibrating sound waves.

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What occurs when you hit a drum?

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Hitting a drum causes it to vibrate, producing sound.

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What is the role of air in sound transmission?

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Air acts as a medium that carries sound waves from one place to another.

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Can sound travel through water?

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Yes, sound can travel through water, and it travels faster in water than in air.

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What is an example of sound energy in everyday life?

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An example of sound energy is the noise made when a person claps their hands.

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What is the difference between sound and light waves?

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Sound waves are mechanical waves that require a medium to travel, while light waves are electromagnetic waves that can travel through a vacuum.