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Which variable affects the loudness of a sound?

The energy dissipation
The direction of the sound wave
The distance of each vibration (correct)
The distance from the vibrating object

What happens to the loudness of a sound as the distance from the vibrating object increases?

It gets louder
It cannot be determined
It gets quieter (correct)
It stays the same

What is the relationship between loudness and the distance of each vibration in the object?

The distance does not affect loudness
There is no relationship
The greater the distance, the louder the sound (correct)
The smaller the distance, the louder the sound

What is the relationship between loudness and the distance from the vibrating object?

The closer, the louder the sound (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of energy dissipation in sound?

It makes the sound quieter (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of loudness?

Loudness is a way to describe how quiet or loud a sound appears. Signup and view all the answers

What are the two variables that loudness depends on?

Loudness depends on how much the object is vibrating and how far away the vibrating object is. Signup and view all the answers

Why do sounds get quieter when the distance from the vibrating object increases?

Sounds get quieter when the distance from the vibrating object increases because of energy dissipation. Signup and view all the answers

What happens to the particles in air when a sound wave travels forward?

The particles in air move backwards and forwards when a sound wave travels forward. Signup and view all the answers

What is the relationship between the distance of each vibration in the object and the distance that particles in air will be pushed and pulled?

The greater the distance of each vibration in the object, the greater the distance that particles in air will be pushed and pulled. Signup and view all the answers