Sound

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GCSE Physics Flashcards on Sound, created by lily bevan on 12/03/2017.
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Flashcards by lily bevan, updated more than 1 year ago
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What type of waves are sound waves? Longitudinal
Which do sand waves travel fastest through? Solids
What are the areas where particles are pulled further apart in sound waves called? Rarefaction
What is the name given to the range above human hearing? Ultrasound
What is the speed of sound in air? 340m/s
Which of these is the correct order for the speed of waves starting with the fastest? Light, sound then water
Which of these is the correct equation for speed? speed = distance / time
Where is SONAR used? In fishing boats to find fish
What are the units of frequency? Hertz
What is the correct scientific term for pitch? Frequency
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