2.11 Intensity and Power in Acoustics

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What is the unit for measuring acoustic energy generated per unit time?

  • Watts
  • Joules per second (correct)
  • Watts per square centimeter
  • Joules

How is intensity defined in relation to power?

  • Intensity is the rate at which power flows through an area. (correct)
  • Intensity is the power concentration within a volume.
  • Intensity is the total power generated in a system.
  • Intensity is the speed at which power is generated.

What unit is used to express intensity?

  • Watts per square centimeter (correct)
  • Watts
  • Milliwatts per square meter
  • Joules per second

How does intensity vary within an ultrasound beam?

<p>It is greatest in the center of the beam. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What determines the intensity in a pulsed ultrasound beam?

<p>The pulse amplitude only (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How are biological effects of ultrasound related to power?

<p>Power influences the biological effects of ultrasound. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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