Waves Flashcard F24

Front

What type of wave is sound?

Back

Longitudinal wave

Front

In which state of matter does sound travel the fastest? Options: Solids, Liquids, Gases, Plasma

Back

Solids

Front

What is the term for sound waves with frequencies higher than the human hearing range?

Back

Ultrasound

Front

What is a measure of how high or low a sound is perceived to be?

Back

Pitch

Front

What does sonar use reflected sound waves to determine?

Back

Distance and to create images.

Front

Would the pitch be high or low in the front of the firetruck?

Back

High

Front

Sound is which type of wave?

Back

Longitudinal wave

Front

Which of the following materials would sound travel fastest through? Steel, Water, Air, Wood

Back

Steel

Front

What does a wave carry from place to place?

Back

energy

Front

Which wave in the diagram has the greatest frequency?

Back

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