Reflection and Absorption of Sound
Students will explore how sound waves reflect off surfaces (echoes) and are absorbed by materials, and the applications of these phenomena.
Key Questions
- Explain the phenomenon of an echo in terms of sound wave reflection.
- Compare the sound absorption properties of different materials.
- Design a room to minimize echoes and maximize sound absorption.
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