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Sound enters the outer ear and travels down the ear canal, where it causes the eardrum to vibrate. These vibrations are then transmitted through the middle ear bones to the inner ear, where they are converted into electrical signals that are sent to the brain. The shape of the ear and the presence of hair and earwax help to prevent sound from bouncing away.

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How long would it take the sound wave from a camera to return after bouncing off a tree if the subject is at a distance of 2.90 m away from the tree?

This calculation can be done by thinking of the problem in terms of an equation. The speed of sound with an air medium is 1236km/hr, and the total distance needing to be traveled is 5.80 meters. Let's break down the 1236km/hr. This means that sound travels roughly 20.6km/minute. That's roughly 343 meters per second. It would take a sound less than .017 seconds to return to the point of origin.


What light has the same causes as the pitch of sound?

Stars in the universe are all moving away from us, so their wavelength will be red shifted. When the source of a sound is moving away from us, the wavelength of the sound will increase, i.e. the frequency will lower. In both cases, this is known as Doppler shift.


What happens to soundwaves when a echo does not occur?

Consider the difference in sound between a large empty room that only has hard walls to reflect sound compared to a room with different kind of furniture and curtains or drapes. An echo occurs when sound (sound waves) reach a solid object that reflects the sound away and back to where it originated. If there is no echo than any or all of the following occurred:The sound waves were reflected in a different direction.The sound waves were absorbed when they reached a soft material that does not reflect sound well. The sound energy is converted to smaller vibration in the material which dissipate.The sound waves were attenuated (lessened) as they traveled through the air until it was inaudible (couldn't be heard). Some of the waves are absorbed by the ground, grass, trees or bounced away by obstructions and the rest are absorbed by air particles which gain a little energy from it.Interestingly, the amount of air particles over water is less than over land and most people are aware that sound travels further over water.


How many second in speed of sound to hear lion at two miles away?

Take the number of feet in 2 miles (2*5,280) and divide it by the speed of sound in seconds ( 1,010 fps).


Why does moving away from a radio affect?

Moving away from a radio affects the sound you hear due to the inverse square law of sound propagation. As the distance from the sound source increases, the intensity of the sound diminishes, resulting in a quieter audio experience. Additionally, environmental factors such as obstacles and atmospheric conditions can further attenuate the sound waves. This decrease in volume and clarity is why we perceive radio broadcasts as less audible the farther we are from the source.

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How can you enter a virgin without paining her so much?

Enter her gradually without entering her all down right away. If you enter her in small portions it won't hurt her.


What is the frequency in a sound wave created by a moving object?

The frequency of a sound wave created by a moving object will increase if the object is moving towards the observer and decrease if the object is moving away. This effect is known as the Doppler effect.


Why do sound waves travel fast in the state of matter of solid?

All the molecules are packed in tight and in an orderly fashion so the sound can travel faster through it. Gases have molecules away from each other so the sound cannot be passed through the vibrating and bouncing molecules so well.


Is bounce a onomatopoeia?

No it isn't. "Boing" is a word often associated with bouncing, and it is an onomatopoeia.


How long would it take the sound wave from a camera to return after bouncing off a tree if the subject at a distance of 2.90 m away from the tree?

Divide the distance by the speed. For the distance, I guess you should take twice the distance (since the sound has to go back and forth). The speed of sound in air is about 330 m/s.


Can you hear sound from a mile away?

It is unlikely to hear sound from a mile away due to factors such as the attenuation of sound waves over distance and interference from other environmental noises. Generally, sound cannot travel long distances without being significantly weakened or distorted.


Does sound intensity change with distance?

Yes because the farther you are away the harder it is to hear. The sound will hit things and get caught in some but bounce off of others. if a sound keeps bouncing off of things then at some point the sound waves scatter and the sound disappears.


How does a voice silencer work to suppress sound effectively?

A voice silencer works by absorbing and dampening sound waves produced when speaking, reducing the volume and intensity of the sound. This is typically achieved through materials that absorb sound, such as foam or fabric, which help to prevent sound from bouncing around and amplifying. Additionally, the design of the silencer can also play a role in redirecting sound waves away from the listener, further reducing the noise level.


Is it possible for lightning to occur without making any sound?

Yes, it is possible for lightning to occur without making any sound. This type of lightning is known as "silent lightning" or "heat lightning," and it occurs when the lightning is too far away for the sound to be heard.


What causes the phenomenon of lightning in clouds without the accompanying sound of thunder?

Lightning in clouds without the sound of thunder is often caused by heat lightning. This type of lightning occurs when a storm is far away and the sound of thunder cannot travel as far as the light from the lightning.


Does away have a long vowel sound?

Yes. Although the first A is an unstressed schwa, the AY pair has a long A sound as in day and say.


Why is sound used in a theatre?

because without sound to scare them away the flying monkeys from The Wizard of Oz will swarm to any theater. they have bred like rabbits and now live in old abandoned ones