Chapter 14 Flashcards
1
Q
Transverse Wave
A
A wave whose propagation is perpendicular to its oscillation
2
Q
Longitudinal Wave
A
A wave whose propagation is parallel to its oscillation
3
Q
Supersonic Speed
A
Any speed that is faster than the speed of sound in the substance of interest
4
Q
Sonic Boom
A
The sound produced as a result of aircraft traveling at or above Mach 1
5
Q
Pitch
A
The highness or lowness of a sound