VA SOL Sound

Sound is a type of energy that is transmitted in the form of --

• circuits

• waves

• heat

• elections

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NGSS.MS-PS4-1

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The greater the frequency of a sound wave, the --

• higher the pitch

• lower the pitch

• louder the sound

• quieter the sound

Which word means "the loudness of the sound"?

• Pitch

• Frequency

• Volume

Which word means "the speed of the sound's vibrations"?

• Pitch

• Frequency

• Volume

Which word means "the highness or lowness of the sound"?

• Pitch

• Frequency

• Volume

Which of these transmits sound the fastest?

• A metal rod

• Water in a pool

• Air in a balloon

• Empty Space

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NGSS.MS-PS4-2

How is the use of sound waves helpful to this whale?

• It makes it easier to obtain oxygen.

• It makes the water warmer.

• It signals fish to move out of the whale's path.

• It helps the whale locate food.

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NGSS.MS-PS4-2

Label the part of the sound wave.

• Amplitude

• Wavelength

• Sound

• Valley

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NGSS.MS-PS4-1

Label the part of the sound wave.

• Amplitude

• Wavelength

• Sound

• Valley

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NGSS.MS-PS4-1

How do musical instruments produce sound?

• Through air molecules

• By hiding wavelengths

• By pitching sounds

• Through vibrations

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NGSS.MS-PS4-2