What is Sound? (SOL 5.2)

Front

What is amplitude in sound waves?

Back

Amplitude refers to the height of a sound wave, which determines the loudness of the sound.

Front

What type of wave is represented by a slinky?

Back

A slinky is a good example of a compression wave.

Front

Through which medium does sound travel fastest?

Back

Sound travels fastest through solids.

Front

What happens to wavelengths in a sound with a high pitch?

Back

In a sound with a high pitch, wavelengths are short.

Front

True or False: High frequency equals high pitch.

Back

True.

Front

What is sound?

Back

Sound is a type of energy made by vibrations that travels through air, water, or solids.

Front

What is the relationship between frequency and pitch?

Back

Higher frequency results in a higher pitch, while lower frequency results in a lower pitch.

Front

What is a compression wave?

Back

A compression wave is a type of wave where particles in the medium move back and forth in the same direction as the wave.

Front

What is a transverse wave?

Back

A transverse wave is a type of wave where particles move perpendicular to the direction of the wave.

Front

What is the speed of sound in air compared to water?

Back

Sound travels faster in water than in air.