Pitch Flashcards
What is an example of a high pitched sound?
A flute.
What is an example of a low pitched sound?
A tuba.
How is pitch measured?
Pitch is measured in Hertz. One hertz means that one sound wave would hit your ear every second.
How is volume measured?
Volume is measured in decibels. A whisper is about 30 dB, a normal voice is about 60 dB and a scream is about 120 dB.
If a person is around sounds above 90 dB…
Their hearing can be damaged.
If a person hears something over 130 dB…
Their hearing can be damaged right away. It is very important to protect your ears.
How can we protect our ears?
By turning down the volume on iPods, stereos, etc. You can also wear PPE (personal protective equipment); such earplugs or earmuffs. We should also get our hearing checked regularly.
What is pitch?
Pitch refers to how high or low a sound is.
How does a carpet make a room quieter?
The carpet absorbs some of the room’s vibrations.
