Sound And Waves - SS1 Physics Past Questions and Answers - page 4
Describe the process of refraction of sound waves. Provide an example and discuss the factors that influence the extent of sound wave bending during refraction.
Which of the following musical instruments primarily produces sound through the vibration of a stretched string?
Drum
Flute
Piano
Trumpet
Which of the following devices converts sound waves into electrical signals for communication purposes?
Microphone
Speaker
Headphones
Amplifier
Which of the following communication methods primarily relies on the transmission of sound waves through the air?
Text messaging
Telephone
Video conferencing
Which of the following techniques uses sound waves to visualize internal body structures for medical diagnosis?
Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI)
X-ray
Ultrasound
Computed Tomography (CT) scan
Which of the following applications uses sound waves to measure the depth of water or locate underwater objects?
Sonar
Radar
Infrared imaging
Geiger counter
Explain how sound waves are produced and perceived in musical instruments. Provide examples of different types of musical instruments and discuss the specific mechanisms through which they generate sound.
Discuss the importance of sound waves in communication and provide examples of communication devices that rely on the transmission and reception of sound waves.