Acoustics Quiz

Acoustics is a branch of physics that deals with the study of mechanical waves in gases, liquids, and solids including topics such as vibration, sound, ultrasound and infrasound.

An acoustician is a scientist who works in the field of acoustics.

The application of acoustics is present in almost all aspects of modern society, with the most obvious being the audio and noise control industries.

<p>The word 'acoustic' is derived from the Greek word ἀκουστικός (akoustikos), meaning 'of or for hearing, ready to hear'.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Robert Bruce Lindsay's 'Wheel of Acoustics' is a well-accepted overview of the various fields in acoustics.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Chera, Chola, and Pandya</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Cholas</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Sri Vijaya kingdom</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Invasion by the Kalabhras</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Incursions of Muslim armies from the northwest and the decline of the three ancient dynasties</p> Signup and view all the answers