Appendix A Flashcards
1
Q
The nature of sound comprises
A
Acoustic energy being transmitted through a medium and perceived by a receiver
2
Q
One cycle of the acoustic energy wave has
A
a compression portion and a rarefaction portion
3
Q
What has the biggest effect on sound speed?
A
Temperature
4
Q
What are the four basic qualities of a sound wave?
A
Frequency, amplitude, wave shape, and phase
5
Q
Amplitude is measured vertically by
A
degrees of pressure from the maximum height of the waves crest to the zero crossing point
6
Q
Amplitude is a measurement where
A
loudness is subjective and varies between listeners
7
Q
Frequency is used to describe
A
the measurement in Hz of a pitch independent of musical notation
