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Sound is which type of wave
a) transverse
b) compressional
c) electromagnetic
d) radio

The loudness of a sound is effected by which property of the wave?
a) frequency
b) wavelength
c) wave speed
d) intensity

The function of the middle ear is to
a) collect the sound
b) amplify the sound
c) send a signal to the brain
d) lower the frequency of the sound

The pitch of a sound is effected by which property of the wave
a) intensity
b) amplitude
c) energy
d) frequency

The function of the inner ear is to
a) send a signal to the brain
b) amplify the sound
c) collect the sound
d) lower the frequency of the sound

How does the pitch of a sound change as the wavelength increases
a) it gets louder
b) it gets softer
c) it gets lower in pitch
d) it gets higher in pitch

In which of the following materials do sound waves travel the fastest?
a) liquid
b) solid
c) gas
d) empty space

The function of the outer ear is to
a) amplify the sound
b) send a signal to the brain
c) collect the sound
d) lower the frequency

Which cells inside the cochlea send a signal to the brain?
a) rods
b) cones
c) hair cells
d) auditory cells

An echo occurs when a sound wave makes which directional change
a) diffraction
b) reflection
c) refraction
d) absorption

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