The Science of Sound · Physical Science

Vibrations and Noise

Investigating the physical source of sound by observing vibrations in different objects.

Key Questions

  1. 1What causes an object to make a sound?
  2. 2How can we see a vibration if it is moving too fast for our eyes?
  3. 3What happens to the sound when the vibration stops?

ACARA Content Descriptions

AC9S1U03
Year: Year 2
Subject: Science
Unit: The Science of Sound
Period: Physical Science

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