Another Waves HW Flashcards
1
Q
What are S seismic waves?
A
Transverse and only travel through solids
2
Q
What are P seismic waves?
A
Longitudinal, fast and travel through solids and liquids
3
Q
What natural disaster are seismic waves produced from?
A
Produced by earthquakes
4
Q
What are the 2 types of Seismic waves?
A
P waves and S waves
5
Q
Are ultrasonic waves ionising?
A
Waves are non-ionising
6
Q
Where are ultrasonic waves partly reflected?
A
Ultrasonic waves are partly reflected at a boundary between two substances
7
Q
What is the frequency of an ultrasonic wave?
A
Any sound with a frequency above 18000Hz is ultrasonic
8
Q
What is the range a human ear can detect sound?
A
Detect sound in the range of about 20Hz to 20000Hz
9
Q
What is the range a human ear can detect sound?
A
Detect sound in the range of about 20Hz to 20000Hz
