5 Questions
What is the range of frequencies that elicit an auditory percept in humans?
20 Hz to 20 kHz
What are sound waves with frequencies above 20 kHz known as?
Ultrasound
What is the interdisciplinary science that deals with the study of mechanical waves in gasses, liquids, and solids including vibration, sound, ultrasound, and infrasound?
Acoustics
What are sound waves below 20 Hz known as?
Infrasound
What represents sound waves with wavelengths of 17 meters to 1.7 centimeters in air at atmospheric pressure?
20 Hz to 20 kHz frequencies
Test your knowledge of sound waves and human perception with this quiz on the fundamentals of acoustics and auditory physiology. Explore the frequency range of audible sounds and gain insights into the transmission of sound through different mediums.
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