9th Science NCERT Chapter 11
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– Production of Sound: Students should study how sound is produced through vibrating objects and how it is transmitted through a medium to be received by the ears.
– Propagation of Sound: Students should learn about how sound moves through a medium from the point of generation to the listener, understanding the concepts of compressions, rarefactions, and longitudinal waves.
– Characteristics of a Sound Wave: Students should focus on the characteristics of a sound wave such as frequency, amplitude, speed, loudness, intensity, and the audible range of hearing for humans【4:0†source】【4:1†source】【4:2†source】.
What wave property determines loudness and pitch?
Loudness is determined by the amplitude of the sound wave, while pitch is determined by the frequency of the sound wave.
Guess which sound has a higher pitch: guitar or car horn?
A car horn generally has a higher pitch than a guitar.
What are the typical wavelengths of sound waves in air corresponding to frequencies of 20 Hz and 20 kHz, with the speed of sound in air as 344 m/s?
For 20 Hz, the wavelength is approximately 17.2 meters, and for 20 kHz, the wavelength is approximately 1.72 centimeters.
How are defects in a metal block detected using ultrasound?
Ultrasound can be used to detect defects in a metal block by sending high-frequency sound waves into the material. The waves will reflect differently off defects, allowing detection and analysis of the flaws.
Explain how ultrasound is used for cleaning.
Ultrasound is used for cleaning by creating high-frequency sound waves that cause the formation and implosion of tiny bubbles in a liquid. This phenomenon, known as cavitation, helps in dislodging dirt and contaminants from delicate items or surfaces.
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