Physics 0625 · IGCSE · Sound

Sound — practice question

An observer is positioned at P and looks down into a rock quarry. A small explosion occurs at X in the quarry. Fig. 5.1 illustrates the arrangement.
(a(i))[3]

Calculate the distance XP from the explosion at X to the observer at P.

(a(ii))[2]

Suggest how the quieter sound waves reach the observer.

(b)[3]

Calculate the frequency of the sound.

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