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What motion do the molecules of the medium exhibit in a transverse wave?

  • Move parallel to the wave direction
  • Move in a circular motion
  • Remain stationary
  • Move perpendicular to the wave direction (correct)

Which of the following best describes a longitudinal wave?

  • Oscillates in a vertical direction
  • Contains only positive pulses
  • Creates crests and troughs
  • Moves molecules parallel to the wave direction (correct)

What are the high-pressure regions in a longitudinal wave called?

  • Troughs
  • Crests
  • Rarefactions
  • Compressions (correct)

What are the low-pressure regions in a longitudinal wave known as?

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In a transverse wave, which term is used to refer to the highest points?

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Which statement is true about the movement of molecules in transverse waves compared to longitudinal waves?

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Which type of wave creates crests and troughs as it travels?

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What visual representation helps to understand longitudinal waves?

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What type of vibration occurs when an object oscillates perpendicular to its rest axis?

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Which of the following defines the frequency of an oscillating object?

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What is the unit of frequency?

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How is the relationship between frequency and period expressed mathematically?

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Which of the following statements correctly describes the period of an oscillating object?

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What is the relationship between periods and frequency?

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What is a key characteristic of longitudinal vibration?

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How can you convert 1 RPM to Hertz?

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What is the speed of sound in air at 21 degrees Celsius?

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In which medium does sound typically travel the fastest?

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What is the approximate speed of sound in air at -35 degrees Celsius?

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What variables affect the speed of sound in a medium?

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If the speed of sound is 330 m/s, how far will you have to walk to reach the location of the lightning strike after 3 seconds?

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What is the equation used to find the speed of sound in air at different temperatures?

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How does sound travel through different states of matter?

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How does an increase in temperature affect the speed of sound in air?

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What term is used to describe the periodic changes in sound intensity caused by two frequencies played simultaneously?

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What is the term for the number of maximum intensity points that occur per second in beat frequency?

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If a 16 Hz source is played alongside a 14 Hz source, what is the resulting beat frequency?

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Which of the following statements accurately describes the effect of playing two close frequencies together?

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In practical applications, what type of sound phenomenon can occur when two frequencies are played too far apart?

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When comparing two frequencies, which factor can help determine whether they produce a consonant or dissonant sound?

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How many beats would be produced if a 256 Hz tuning fork and a piano note create 9 beats in 3 seconds?

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Which waveform phenomenon can be observed using a visual beat simulator when two frequencies interact?

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What is the wavelength of the 3rd overtone for a violin string of length 0.75 m?

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How do you calculate the frequency of a wave using the wave speed and wavelength?

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What is the frequency of the 3rd overtone of a violin string if the wave speed is 764 m/s and the wavelength is 0.25 m?

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Which statement best describes the quality of a musical note?

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What does the term 'overtone' refer to in sound waves?

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In the context of a vibrating string, which harmonic produces the lowest frequency?

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If the frequency of the 1st Harmonic is 293 Hz, what is the frequency of the 2nd Overtone?

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What happens to the frequency of sound as the wavelength increases?

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If a standing wave has a frequency of 28 Hz and a wavelength of 9.5 cm, what is the distance between successive nodes?

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What is the wavelength of a wave if the distance between the second and fifth nodes in a standing wave is 59 cm?

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Using a frequency of 25 Hz, what is the speed of a wave with a wavelength of 39 cm?

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For a standing wave pattern with a distance between adjacent nodes of 25.0 cm, what is the wavelength of the wave in the string?

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Calculate the speed of a wave if the frequency is 2.0 x 10^2 Hz and the wavelength is 50.0 cm.

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How is the wavelength calculated for a standing wave pattern represented on a rope with four antinodes?

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In a standing wave created in a 4.0 m rope with a speed of 3.2 m/s, what can be inferred about the relationship between frequency and wavelength?

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What is the correct procedure to measure the period and frequency of a standing wave with one, two, and three antinodes on a rope?

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Flashcards

Transverse wave

A wave that moves the molecules of the medium at a right angle to the direction in which the wave/energy is traveling.

Crest

The highest point on a transverse wave.

Trough

The lowest point on a transverse wave.

Longitudinal wave

A wave that moves the molecules of the medium parallel to the direction in which the wave/energy is traveling.

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Compression

A point of maximum compression in a longitudinal wave.

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Rarefaction

A point of minimum compression in a longitudinal wave.

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Medium

The substance through which a wave travels.

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Propagation

The movement of a wave through a medium.

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Transverse Vibration

A type of vibration where the object moves perpendicular to its rest axis. Imagine a rope moving up and down.

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Longitudinal Vibration

A type of vibration where the object moves parallel to its rest axis. Imagine a slinky moving back and forth.

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Frequency

The number of cycles completed by an oscillating object in one second. It's measured in Hertz (Hz).

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Period

The time it takes for an oscillating object to complete one full cycle. It's the inverse of frequency.

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Hertz (Hz)

1 Hz is equal to 1 cycle per second.

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Relationship between Frequency and Period

The relationship between frequency and period is reciprocal. This means that frequency is the inverse of period and vice versa.

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Symbol for Frequency

The number of cycles completed by an oscillating object in one second is represented by 'f'.

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Symbol for Period

The time it takes for one full cycle of an oscillating object is represented by 'T'.

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Speed of Sound

The speed at which sound waves travel through a medium.

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Speed of Sound in Different Media

The speed of sound is fastest in solids due to the tightly packed molecules, slower in liquids, and slowest in gases due to the greater distance between molecules.

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Temperature Effect on Sound

The speed of sound is affected by the temperature of the medium. It increases as temperature increases.

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Speed of Sound Formula

The formula that relates the speed of sound in air (v) to the temperature (T) in Celsius degrees.

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Speed of Sound at 0°C

The speed of sound in air at 0°C is approximately 332 m/s.

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Sound Transmission

The ability of a material to transfer energy as sound waves.

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Speed of Sound and Temperature

The speed of sound in air varies depending on the air temperature. It increases as the temperature rises.

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Nodes

A point in a standing wave where there is no displacement. It is a point of zero amplitude.

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Distance between nodes

The distance between two successive nodes in a standing wave. It's also half the wavelength.

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Wavelength

The distance between two consecutive crests or troughs of a wave.

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Wave Speed

The speed of a wave is determined by the product of its wavelength and frequency.

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Nodes and Antinodes relationship

The number of nodes in a standing wave pattern is related to the number of antinodes. A standing wave with two nodes has one antinode, three nodes has two antinodes, and so on.

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Standing Wave

A pattern of wave interference that results in fixed points of maximum and minimum amplitude. The points of minimum amplitude are called nodes, and the points of maximum amplitude are called antinodes.

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Fundamental Frequency

The fundamental frequency of a vibrating string, also known as the first harmonic. It's the lowest frequency at which the string can vibrate.

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Harmonic

A harmonic is a frequency that is a whole-number multiple of the fundamental frequency. For example, the second harmonic is twice the frequency of the fundamental, the third harmonic is three times, and so on.

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Overtone

An overtone is a frequency that is higher than the fundamental frequency. It's a synonym for harmonic.

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Quality of Sound

The quality of a musical sound, determined by the relative amplitudes of the harmonics present in the sound.

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Wave Speed (v)

The speed at which waves travel through a medium. In the context of a vibrating string, it's the speed at which the wave travels along the string.

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Wavelength (λ)

The length of one complete wave cycle, measured from any point on the wave to the corresponding point on the next cycle.

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Frequency (f)

The number of wave cycles that pass a certain point per second. Measured in Hertz (Hz).

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Wave Equation

The relationship between wave speed (v), frequency (f), and wavelength (λ): v = fλ. This equation tells us that wave speed is directly proportional to frequency and wavelength.

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Beat Frequency

The phenomenon where two sound waves of slightly different frequencies interfere, creating periodic fluctuations in sound intensity.

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Beat Frequency (fbeat)

The number of times per second that the sound intensity reaches a maximum due to beat frequency.

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Beat

A periodic fluctuation in sound intensity caused by the interference of two waves with slightly different frequencies.

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Frequency Difference (f1 - f2)

The difference between two frequencies that are producing beat frequency.

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Calculating Beat Frequency

The beat frequency is equal to the difference between the two frequencies causing the interference. This is calculated using the formula |f1 - f2|.

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Beat Perception

The ability to hear distinct beats when two different frequencies are very close together.

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Consonance

The phenomenon where two sounds with frequencies that are in a simple ratio create an agreeable, harmonious sound.

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Dissonance

The phenomenon where two sounds with frequencies that are not in a simple ratio create an unpleasant, discordant sound.

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Study Notes

Sound and Waves

  • Sound is a form of energy produced by a vibrating source. It travels through a medium (e.g., air, water).

  • Waves transfer energy over a distance.
    Sound waves are longitudinal waves, meaning the particles of the medium vibrate parallel to the direction of wave travel.

  • Frequency is the number of cycles per second (Hertz, Hz).
    Period is the time for one complete cycle (seconds). The relationship is always reciprocal (f = 1/T). Amplitude is the maximum displacement from the rest position during vibration. Wavelength is the distance between two consecutive points on the wave that are in the same phase.

  • Intensity is the rate at which sound energy passes through a unit area. Intensity is measured using the inverse square law, which means intensity decreases as the distance from the source increases. Sound intensity is measured in Watts per square meter (W/m²). Decibels (dB) are a logarithmic measure of sound intensity. A 10 dB increase corresponds to a 10-fold increase in intensity.

  • The Doppler Effect is a change in frequency (and perceived pitch) of a sound wave (or light wave) caused by relative motion between the source producing the sound and the observer.

  • Supersonic speed is when an object travels faster than the speed of sound in the given medium.
    This creates a shock wave, and causes a phenomenon called a "sonic boom."

  • Mechanical Resonance is when a vibrating force or object has a frequency that is equal to the natural frequency of the object. When this happens, the object will vibrate with a greater amplitude.

  • Standing Waves are created when two waves of the same frequency travelling in opposite directions interfere with each other. They create areas called "nodes" and "antinodes".

  • Interference is the combination of two or more waves at a given point in space and time.

  • Constructive interference: When the two waves combine to create a wave with a larger amplitude.

  • Destructive interference: Waves combine to create a wave with a smaller amplitude (or a node).

  • Beat frequency: The combined sounds of two frequencies that are close in value. The beat frequency can be used to determine the difference in frequency of the two waves. This is a periodic “wobbling” (loud/soft) of the intensity heard and the beat frequency is the number of times the sound intensity peaks per second.

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