Reflection of Sound

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Reflection of Sound: Overview

This Topic covers sub-topics such as Reflection of Sound in Plane and Curved Surfaces and Reflection of Sound Wave at the Boundary of a Denser Medium

Important Questions on Reflection of Sound

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In a longitudinal wave, what is the name given to the region where the particles are farthest apart?

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A sound wave travels in the form of compression and rarefaction.

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The sound waves are reflected from an obstacle into the same medium from which they were incident. Which of the following changes?

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What is the role of reflection of sound in SONAR?

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Which type of surface absorbs sound the most?

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How can sound waves be directed to specific areas?

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What is the effect of reverberation in an auditorium?

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Which phenomenon makes it possible to hear sounds in a canyon?

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What is the purpose of using concave surfaces in sound reflectors?

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How does reflection of sound differ from refraction of sound?

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What is the speed of sound in air at room temperature?

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Why do we not hear echoes in small rooms?

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Which principle explains the reflection of sound?

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How can echo formation be reduced in a room?

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Which phenomenon is used in the working of a stethoscope?

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Which surface is most effective for sound reflection?

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What is the primary use of sound reflection in architecture?

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What happens to sound when it strikes a hard and smooth surface?

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What is the minimum distance required for an echo to be heard?

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Which device uses sound reflection to measure depth?