- The average car horn has a frequency of 400 Hz (about a G or G#). If sound travels at an average speed of 340 m/s, how long would it take to hear the horn of a car 1 mile (1600 m) away?
- What would be the wavelength of that car horn's beep?
Learning Goal: I can
- ...compare and contrast the characteristics of both a vibration and a wave.
- ...distinguish between a transverse wave and a longitudinal wave, and identify the identifying characteristics of each.
- ...distinguish between constructive and destructive interference.
- ...describe what factors may affect the speed of a wave.
- ...describe a standing wave and how it occurs.
- ...describe the Doppler Effect.
Today:
- ConcepTest Qs
- Work/Collab/Check time
Assignment:
Due Tues. 5/8: Waves pp. 1-4
Wed. 5/9: Quiz 25.1