The Science of Sound

What is sound created by?

• Vibrations of an object

• Light waves

• Magnetic fields

• Electric currents

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In which medium does sound travel faster?

• Air

• Water

• Solid objects

• Vacuum

What does frequency determine in sound?

• Volume

• Pitch

• Speed

• Echo

What is the range of frequencies humans can typically hear?

• 10 Hz to 10,000 Hz

• 20 Hz to 20,000 Hz

• 30 Hz to 30,000 Hz

• 40 Hz to 40,000 Hz

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What happens when sound encounters soft materials like carpets?

• It is reflected

• It is absorbed

• It is amplified

• It is transmitted

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