Physics 9702 · AS & A Level · Production and use of ultrasound

Production and use of ultrasound — practice question

A tiny crystal is set oscillating in simple harmonic motion. Figure 4.1 shows how the displacement $x$ of one face of the crystal from its equilibrium position changes with time $t$.
(a)[2]

Show that the vibration of the surface has angular frequency $4.2 \times 10^{7}\,\text{rad s}^{-1}$.

(b)[2]

Determine the maximum acceleration $a_{0}$ of the surface vibration.

(c)[3]

The crystal can be treated as a single mass of $2.4 \times 10^{-4}\,\text{kg}$ oscillating as illustrated in Fig. 4.1. Calculate the total vibrational energy $E$.

(d(i))[2]

The crystal sends out ultrasound waves that are used to collect diagnostic information about internal structures. The crystal is made from piezoelectric material. Explain how the crystal is made to vibrate.

(d(ii))[3]

A parallel ultrasound beam falls on a muscle-bone boundary. Data for muscle and bone are provided. Calculate the percentage of the beam intensity that is transmitted at this boundary.

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