Waves
Below are models of sound waves moving through different mediums. One wave is moving through
air (left), while the other is moving through water (right). Using this information and your knowledge
of variables and equations, fill in the table below and answer questions 1-3.
Sound Wave Through Air
Sound Wave Through Water
1.
2.
Position (m)
3.
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Position (m)
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WA
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0.0010
9
Time
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4m
Distance
(m)
A (m)
Position (m)
Position (m)
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0.0000 0.0010
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(H)
Air
water
Which wave properties were you able to find the values by reading the graphs?
The distance, time
Which wave properties did you calculate? Write the equation(s) you used.
0.0030
Distance
(m)
Time
410
0.0040
(m/s)
Which sound wave was traveling faster: the one moving through water or the one moving
through air?