Sound Waves

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This mind map outlines the basic concepts of sound waves. Perfect for anyone studying beginner's physics
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Sound Waves
  1. Sound is a mechanical wave
    1. Sound frequency is measured in Hertz
      1. Humans can hear between 20 Hz and 20000 Hz
      2. The speed of sound waves varies
        1. They travel at different speeds in different mediums
        2. Sound waves move air particles as they travel
          1. In air, sound travels at 340 m/s
            1. In water, sound travels at 1500 m/s
            2. Different waves have different properties
              1. They have different frequencies and wavelengths
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