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Sound Waves

Question 1 • Fall 24 GSE Physical Science B IC

Which statements describe intensity? Check all that apply.Intensity is the amount of energy that flows in an area per unit of time.Intensity is the number of wavelengths that flow in an area per unit of time.Intensity that is lower than or equal to 85 units can harm human hearing.Intensity that is greater than or equal to 85 units can harm human hearing.Intensity is measured in decibels.Intensity is measured in hertz.

Answer
A
Intensity is the amount of energy that flows in an area per unit of time.
B
Intensity is the number of wavelengths that flow in an area per unit of time.
C
Intensity that is lower than or equal to 85 units can harm human hearing.
D
Intensity that is greater than or equal to 85 units can harm human hearing.
E
Intensity is measured in decibels.
F
Intensity is measured in hertz.

Explanation

Intensity describes how much energy passes through an area per unit time, so A is correct. Sound at 85 decibels or higher can harm hearing, making D correct; lower levels are not what the 85-decibel warning refers to. Sound intensity level is expressed in decibels, while hertz measures frequency, so E is correct and F is not.

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