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What is the symbol for the stiffness constant of a medium?
What is the velocity of sound in air at 15℃?
What type of waves are sound waves classified as?
What is the relationship between frequency and wavelength of sound waves?
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What is the term for the distance between two consecutive points on a wave that are in phase with each other?
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What type of waves are sound waves in air and fluids?
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In what direction do particles vibrate in a sound wave in air?
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What is the characteristic of the particles that transport sound waves?
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What is true about the movement of particles in a sound wave?
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What is a common characteristic of sound waves in air and fluids?
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What is the main focus of this topic?
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What is the result of resonance in objects?
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What are some examples of applications that rely on resonance?
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What happens when objects interact with specific resonance frequencies?
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Why is resonance important in various applications?
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What is the primary purpose of a stethoscope?
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What part of the body does a stethoscope typically listen to?
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What is the stethoscope used for in medical diagnosis?
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Who is likely to use a stethoscope in their profession?
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What is the stethoscope's primary function in medical care?
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What is the decibel a logarithmic ratio of?
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Which of the following units is most closely related to the decibel?
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What is the primary unit of measurement for sound frequency?
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Which of the following is NOT a unit of measurement for sound?
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How many units of measurement for sound are mentioned in the passage?
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Study Notes
Sound Measurement
- The decibel is a logarithmic ratio of sound pressure compared to a reference pressure.
- Other units used to measure sound include the phon and sone, in addition to the frequently used hertz (Hz).
Sound Speed
- Sound speed is given by the equation: Vs = f λ
- Alternatively, sound speed can be calculated using the equation: Vs = √(c/ρ)
- Where:
- Vs is the sound speed
- f is the frequency
- λ is the wavelength
- c is the stiffness constant of the medium
- ρ is the density of the medium
- The velocity of sound in air at 15°C is 340 m/sec.
Types of Waves
- Sound waves can be categorized into two types: longitudinal waves and mechanical waves.
- Longitudinal waves occur when particles that transport the sound vibrate parallel to the direction of the sound wave's travel.
- Examples of longitudinal waves include sound waves in air and fluids.
Resonance
- Resonance plays a crucial role in many applications, including musical instruments and communication technologies.
- Resonance occurs when objects interact with specific sound frequencies, leading to increased vibration and sound emission.
Working Principle of Stethoscope
- A stethoscope is a medical instrument used to listen to the sounds of the heart and lungs.
- The stethoscope works by detecting and amplifying sound waves, allowing medical professionals to diagnose and monitor health conditions.
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Learn about different units used to measure sound, including decibel, hertz, phon, and sone. Understand the concept of logarithmic ratio and reference pressure.
