SC08-PHY12: Lesson 3 - Sound Waves Review (Do Now)

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5 questions
Learning Intention:
WALT recognise the link between loudness and amplitude, pitch and frequency, using an oscilloscope
Success Criteria:
I can...
  • Recognize the properties of waves.
  • Interpret waveforms on an oscilloscope.
  • Describe the link between loudness & amplitude and frequency & pitch.
Task:
Complete this DO NOW activity. You have 5 minutes.
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The AMPLITUDE determines the _____________________ of a sound.

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The FREQUENCY determines the _____________________ of a sound.

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Choose the option that best completes the sentence.

The larger the amplitude...

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Choose the option that best completes the sentence.

The higher the frequency...

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There is no air in outer space and so is referred to as a vaccuum. Because of this, sound cannot travel in space.