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What causes sound to be produced?
What causes sound to be produced?
Which of the following is not a way to make sound?
Which of the following is not a way to make sound?
Which part of the ear vibrates in response to sound waves?
Which part of the ear vibrates in response to sound waves?
How do sound waves travel in the air?
How do sound waves travel in the air?
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Which state of matter allows sound to travel the fastest?
Which state of matter allows sound to travel the fastest?
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What is sent from the ear to the brain to help understand sounds?
What is sent from the ear to the brain to help understand sounds?
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Which part of the ear is responsible for hearing?
Which part of the ear is responsible for hearing?
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What is the main function of our ears besides hearing?
What is the main function of our ears besides hearing?
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What happens to sound as sound waves move outward?
What happens to sound as sound waves move outward?
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In which medium do sound waves travel the fastest?
In which medium do sound waves travel the fastest?
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Which of these actions is recommended to protect your ears?
Which of these actions is recommended to protect your ears?
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What should you do if you have an earache?
What should you do if you have an earache?
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How do sound waves affect molecules?
How do sound waves affect molecules?
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Which statement is true about hearing disability?
Which statement is true about hearing disability?
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What is NOT a recommended ear care practice?
What is NOT a recommended ear care practice?
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Why are two ears better than one in locating sound direction?
Why are two ears better than one in locating sound direction?
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What is the unit for measuring sound volume?
What is the unit for measuring sound volume?
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What can cause damage to your ears?
What can cause damage to your ears?
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At what decibel level does immediate danger to hearing occur?
At what decibel level does immediate danger to hearing occur?
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How long can you be exposed to 110 decibels before risking hearing damage?
How long can you be exposed to 110 decibels before risking hearing damage?
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Which of the following is a correct example of ear care?
Which of the following is a correct example of ear care?
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Which sound would likely require the use of ear protectors?
Which sound would likely require the use of ear protectors?
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What is one suggested method to protect hearing in noisy environments?
What is one suggested method to protect hearing in noisy environments?
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What is one use of sound mentioned in the content?
What is one use of sound mentioned in the content?
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Study Notes
Primary 3 General Studies Unit 2
- Unit Title: The Wonder of Heat and Sound
- Unit Dates: 2024-2025
Sound Production
- Sound is produced when something vibrates
- Four ways to create sounds: plucking, blowing, stroking, striking
- Sound waves cause air molecules to vibrate, causing the eardrum to vibrate, allowing us to hear.
How People Hear
- Three tiny bones vibrate within the ear
- Eardrum vibrates
- The brain "understands" the messages
- Outer, middle, and inner ears are involved
- Nerves send messages to the brain
Sound Travel
- Sound travels in waves in all directions.
- Sound waves travel faster when molecules are closer together (solids) and slower when they're farther apart (gases).
- Sound waves can travel through solids, liquids, and gases.
Protecting Your Ears
- Loud noises can damage hearing.
- Always cover ears when exposed to loud noises
- Wash ears regularly and dry thoroughly.
- Seek medical attention for earaches or blocked hearing.
- Hearing problems can arise from birth or occur later in life.
Measuring Sound
- Decibels (dB) measure sound volume
- Loud sounds (e.g., a gunshot, jet engine) cause immediate hearing damage.
- Different sounds have different levels measured in decibels
- Ear protection is recommended in noisy environments.
Uses of Sound
- Communication: Telephones, electronic devices transmit sound as electricity
- Music: Different instruments produce sounds through vibration
- Sonar: Marine animals and humans use sound waves to navigate, locate objects, and find food.
- Ultrasound: High-frequency sound waves used in medical imaging.
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Explore the fascinating concepts of heat and sound in this Primary 3 General Studies quiz. Learn about sound production, how we hear, and the importance of protecting your ears from loud noises. Test your understanding of these essential science topics for the school year 2024-2025.
