Short Answer:
The speed of a sound wave depends on two properties of a medium, density and elasticity. Changes in temperature and pressure affect these properties and, of course, a change in the chemical or physical composition of a material affects these properties.
Long Answer:
Specifically, for basically all substances, the speed of sound equals the square root of the ratio of the elastic constant divided by the density.
Solids, for instance, generally become less elastic, i.e. the elastic constant gets larger, as temperature is lowered, so the speed of sound should increase.
In air and most gasses, the speed of sound depends on the temperature and not much else (i.e. not pressure) because the density and elasticity change in ways that compensate and leave the speed unchanged.
There are different kinds of sound waves. The usual simple longitudinal (compression) waves that we are familiar with as sound detected by our ear are what we usually mean by the word sound, but there are also transverse matter vibrations also called shear waves. Earthquakes provide an example of both types of these wave, but actually any solid material can have both shear and compression waves. The rules, ratio of elastic constant to density, are true for both types of waves.
The speed of a wave can depend on the frequency, but this is generally a small effect for sounds in the range of the human ear. (This is called dispersion.)
We understand this phenomenon by saying that the elastic constant depends on frequency or wavelength. Explaining the cause of that would be a whole different answer to a different question. (See related questions link.)
As an example of change due to chemical composition, it is well known that humid air propagates sound differently than dry air, but this is basically because it changes the density of air.
An example of a material change that is obvious is the freezing of water. At zero degrees centigrade, water can be either liquid or solid. The two forms propagate sound very differently.
Caveat: This is true for gasses, solids and liquids, but for peculiar things like plasmas it may be different.
The frequency of a sound wave does not affect the speed at which the wave moves. The speed of sound in a medium is determined by the properties of that medium, such as its density and elasticity. However, frequency does impact the pitch of the sound we hear.
No, the loudness of a sound does not affect its speed. The speed of sound is determined by the properties of the medium through which it is traveling, such as air or water. The loudness of a sound is related to its amplitude or intensity.
The speed of sound in a medium depends on the properties of that medium, such as its density and elasticity. In general, sound travels faster in mediums that are denser and more elastic. This is because the particles in the medium can transmit the sound waves more effectively.
The speed of sound does not depend on the wavelength or frequency of the sound wave. It is mainly determined by the properties of the medium it travels through, such as temperature and density.
Yes, the speed of a sound wave changes when it moves from one medium to another due to differences in the properties of the two mediums, such as density and elasticity. This change can result in phenomena like refraction or reflection of the sound wave at the boundary between the two mediums.
The three properties of a medium that affect the speed of sound are elasticity, density, and temperature. Answered by: Nur _ _ _ _ _ _ Izyani
There are many properties. Temperature medium are examples.
The frequency of a sound wave does not affect the speed at which the wave moves. The speed of sound in a medium is determined by the properties of that medium, such as its density and elasticity. However, frequency does impact the pitch of the sound we hear.
Speed of sound in a medium depends only on the properties on the medium.
Sounds depend on the properties of the medium through which they travel. The speed, wavelength, and intensity of sound waves can vary depending on the medium, such as air, water, or solids. The properties of the medium affect how sound waves propagate and interact with their surroundings.
The speed of sound in a medium is derived from the properties of the medium, such as its density and elasticity. It is calculated using the formula: speed of sound square root of (elasticity / density).
The speed of sound is affected by 3 properties: Elasticity and Density of the medium through which the sound waves travel, and the temperature of the medium. Media with higher elasticity, like iron, for instance, transmit sound faster. (Elasticity is the ability of a substance to return to its original shape after being deformed by a force applied to it. Rubber has high elasticity, too.)
No, the loudness of a sound does not affect its speed. The speed of sound is determined by the properties of the medium through which it is traveling, such as air or water. The loudness of a sound is related to its amplitude or intensity.
The speed of sound in a medium is affected by several factors, including the density and elasticity of the medium. Generally, sound travels faster in materials with higher elasticity and lower density. Temperature and pressure also play a role in influencing the speed of sound.
The speed of sound in a medium depends on the properties of that medium, such as its density and elasticity. In general, sound travels faster in mediums that are denser and more elastic. This is because the particles in the medium can transmit the sound waves more effectively.
Pitch is related to the frequency of a sound wave, where higher pitch corresponds to a higher frequency and vice versa. Pitch does not affect the speed of sound, as the speed of sound is determined by the medium through which the wave is traveling and is constant for a given medium.
Air is the best medium for sound transfer as it is the most common medium through which sound waves travel in our environment. In general, solids are better at transmitting sound than liquids and gases due to their higher density and rigidity. However, each medium has its own specific properties that affect the speed and quality of sound transmission.