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1
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Which waves are fastest?

A

Light

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2
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What type of waves are sound waves?

A

Longitudinal

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3
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What part of the ear collects sounds?

A

The pinna collects sounds

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4
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What is the diaphragm in a telephone most like?

A

The diaphragm in a telephone is most like your ear drum because it vibrates.

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5
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What is the amplitude of a wave?

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The amplitude is the maximum height of the wave.

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6
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What is the frequency of a wave?

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The frequency is the number of waves per second.

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7
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name one thing sound cant travel through

A

a vaccum

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