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How do different materials affect light and sound waves?
Light slows as it enters material with a higher density whereas sound waves speed up in materials of higher density. Light bends towards the "normal" as it passes from a less dense medium to a higher density medium ie air into glass. Both sound and light can be reflected from surfaces.
Does plastic stop sound waves?
Plastic can help reduce sound waves from passing through, but it doesn't completely stop them. Thicker and denser plastic materials will be more effective at blocking sound. Sound can still travel through gaps or cracks in the plastic, so sealing the edges can improve soundproofing.
Why you see a distant event before you hear it?
Light travels much faster than sound - about a million times faster. When an event happens at a distance, light reaches your eyes almost instantly, allowing you to see it first. Sound, on the other hand, travels much slower, taking some time to reach your ears, which is why you hear the event after seeing it.
Is plastic soundproof?
Plastic materials can provide some level of soundproofing, but their effectiveness depends on their thickness and density. Thicker and denser plastic materials are more effective at blocking sound compared to thin and lightweight plastics. Acoustic properties can also be enhanced by using special soundproofing materials in combination with plastic.
Speed of sound in plastic?
The speed of sound in plastic can vary depending on the type of plastic. On average, the speed of sound in most plastics ranges from 2000 to 3000 meters per second. This speed can be influenced by factors such as temperature, density, and the specific properties of the plastic material.
What happens to the energy that enters a television but is not converted into light or sound?
The energy that is not converted into light or sound in a television is dissipated as heat. This occurs due to the inefficiencies in the electrical components of the TV, such as resistors and transformers.
Can light and sound be relfected or refracted if so what happens to image and sound?
Echoes and reflections.
What happens to a sound wave when it enters a denser medium?
When a sound wave enters a denser medium, its speed decreases and its wavelength also decreases while the frequency remains the same. This causes the sound wave to bend towards the normal line at the boundary between the two media.
What happens to sound energy once it enters the mouthpiece of a telephone?
Once sound energy enters the mouthpiece of a telephone, it is converted into electrical signals by a microphone. These electrical signals are then transmitted through the telephone wire to the earpiece at the other end, where they are converted back into sound waves that can be heard by the listener.
When energy changes from sound to light what happens to the energy?
It changes to another form.
What will not change when sound enters from air to water?
frequency
What happens to sound and light when you approach a black hole?
It is sucked into the black hole to a point that is infinitely small.
What happens to the power used in a circuit?
Usually dissipated as heat. Can be converted into light, motion, sound, etc.
Is it possible that sound can light you on fire?
Play music as loud as possible and see what happens u stupido
What happens when light or sound is bounced off an object?
When light is bounced off an object, it can be reflected, absorbed, or transmitted depending on the properties of the object's surface. When sound is bounced off an object, it creates an echo as the sound waves reflect off the surface and return to the source, resulting in a repeated or delayed sound.
How does sound reflect plastic?
Sound waves will reflect off plastic surfaces similarly to other hard surfaces, depending on the smoothness and shape of the plastic. Smooth, flat plastic surfaces will reflect sound waves clearly, while textured or irregularly shaped plastic surfaces may scatter the sound in different directions. The acoustic properties of the plastic material will also influence the amount of sound absorbed or transmitted through the material.
What changes in sound when it enters from air to water?
When sound enters water from air, its speed increases and it travels faster due to water being a denser medium. The sound waves may also be amplified and travel over longer distances underwater compared to in air. Additionally, the pitch of the sound may seem slightly higher in water due to the change in speed.
