Sounds Flashcards

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When an object travels faster than the speed of sound it’s called…

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Supersonic

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Dogs hear frequencies above and below humans, what are they called?

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Ultrasonic and infrasonic

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When an object travels slower than the speed of sound it’s called…

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Subsonic

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Hearing range for humans

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20-20000 hz

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Does it need a medium to pass through?

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Yes

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sound is an example of a _____ wave

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Longitudinal

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Sound travels faster through solids, liquids or gases?

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Solids

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An open pipe will resonate if it’s length is ____ the wavelength

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1/2

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What kind of tube will produce the highest pitch?

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Short open

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