Physics 5054 · O Level · Sound

Sound — practice question

(a)[2]

Explain the difference between a longitudinal wave and a transverse wave. You may include a diagram, if you want, to support your explanation.

(b(i))[2]

A sound wave has frequency $3.8\,\text{kHz}$ and speed $330\,\text{m s}^{-1}$. Calculate the wavelength of the sound.

(b(ii))[1]

A different sound has a frequency of $3.8\,\text{Hz}$. State and explain whether a human with normal hearing is able to hear this sound.

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