danago said:How far is the sound actually traveling in total? Is it really just 3m?
A sound wave is a type of longitudinal wave that travels through a medium, such as air or water, and carries energy from one point to another. It is created by a disturbance or vibration, and can be perceived by the human ear as sound.
The speed of sound in a medium is dependent on the properties of that medium, such as density and elasticity. It can be calculated using the formula: speed = wavelength x frequency, or v = λf, where v is the speed of sound, λ is the wavelength, and f is the frequency.
The pitch of a sound wave is determined by its frequency, with higher frequencies producing higher pitches. The medium through which the sound travels can also affect the pitch, as well as the size and shape of the object creating the sound.
The amplitude of a sound wave refers to its maximum displacement from the equilibrium point. The larger the amplitude, the louder the sound will be perceived. This is because a larger amplitude means the sound wave carries more energy, resulting in a stronger vibration of the eardrum.
No, sound waves require a medium to travel through. In a vacuum, there is no medium for the sound to travel through, so it cannot be heard. This is why sound waves cannot travel through outer space, which is mostly a vacuum.