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Sound Waves

Label the sound wave below to show its wavelength and amplitude. Also label one crest and one trough.

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A

B E

D
Which of the above waves has: (NB You might need a ruler!) The highest frequency? The shortest wavelength? The largest amplitude? The longest wavelength? The lowest pitch? The loudest intensity? The smallest amplitude?

Answers to Worksheet 8LI Sound Waves


Wave A B C D E Wavelength (cm) 1.6 2.9 1.1 2.5 1.4 Height of crest/trough (cm) 2.9 1.7 2.2 1.35 1.9

Which of the above waves has: The highest frequency? The shortest wavelength? The largest amplitude? The longest wavelength? The lowest pitch? The loudest intensity? C C A B B A

The smallest amplitude?

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