Calculating distances using Ultrasound Flashcards
0
Q
Present the formula of distance= speed x time in a triangle.
A
D
SxT
1
Q
Give the formula that connects wave speed, distance and time. Include units.
A
Distance (d= measured in meters) = speed (s= measured in meters per second (m/s)) x time (t= measured in seconds)
2
Q
What two factors would be needed to know if you want to find out the distance of an object?
A
Time and speed.
3
Q
How far away is as object if the sound wave travels a total of 42m there and back?
A
12m
