Sound Waves Review

Front

What is the distance between two consecutive crests in a sound wave called?

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Wavelength

Front

What type of waves are sound waves classified as?

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Mechanical & Longitudinal

Front

Through which medium can sound not travel?

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Space

Front

In what units is pitch measured?

Back

Hertz

Front

Which medium do sound waves travel fastest through?

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Solids

Front

What is the term for the height of a wave, which affects its loudness?

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Amplitude

Front

What is the term for the number of waves that pass a point in one second?

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Frequency

Front

What is the relationship between frequency and wavelength in sound waves?

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Higher frequency means shorter wavelength.

Front

What happens to sound waves as they travel through different mediums?

Back

They change speed and may change direction.

Front

What is the effect of temperature on the speed of sound in air?

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Sound travels faster in warmer air.