8.A wavelength 2 cm is produced in air and it travels at a speed of 340 m/s. It will be anSelect an answerAultrasonic waveBaudible waveCinfrasonic waveDnone of these
Question
8.A wavelength 2 cm is produced in air and it travels at a speed of 340 m/s. It will be anSelect an answerAultrasonic waveBaudible waveCinfrasonic waveDnone of these
Solution
To answer this question, we first need to understand the different types of sound waves:
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Ultrasonic waves: These are sound waves with frequencies higher than the upper limit of human hearing, which is typically around 20,000 Hz or 20 kHz.
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Audible waves: These are sound waves that can be heard by the human ear, typically in the range of 20 Hz to 20,000 Hz.
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Infrasonic waves: These are sound waves with frequencies below the lower limit of human hearing, which is typically around 20 Hz.
Now, let's calculate the frequency of the wave using the formula:
Frequency (f) = Speed of sound (v) / Wavelength (λ)
Given, Speed of sound (v) = 340 m/s and Wavelength (λ) = 2 cm = 0.02 m
So, Frequency (f) = 340 m/s / 0.02 m = 17,000 Hz or 17 kHz
Since this frequency falls within the range of audible waves (20 Hz to 20,000 Hz), the correct answer is B. Audible wave.
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