What is a compression wave?
5.5 Sound Review

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A compression wave is a type of sound wave where parts of the wave are bunched close together, indicating areas of high pressure.
2.
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How does sound travel through different materials?
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Sound travels more quickly through solids than through gases.
3.
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What is the relationship between vibrations and pitch?
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Rapid vibrations produce high pitches, while slow vibrations produce low pitches.
4.
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What is another name for a sound wave?
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A sound wave is also known as a compression wave.
5.
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How is energy transferred in sound waves?
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Energy in sound waves is transferred through vibrating matter.
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What is the definition of sound?
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Sound is a type of energy made by vibrations that travels through matter.
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What is pitch?
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Pitch is how high or low a sound is, determined by the frequency of the sound wave.
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