Question

How does a sound wave transfer energy to your ears?
A. Particles in air form crests and through sad the wave moves forward.
B. Particles in air move forward but not backward as the wave moves forward.
C. Particles in air form compressions and rarefactions as the wave moves forward.

Answer 1

Answer:

I think it's C!

Explanation:

Sound waves travel at 343 m/s through the air and faster through liquids and solids. The waves transfer energy from the source of the sound, e.g. a drum, to its surroundings. Your ear detects sound waves when vibrating air particles cause your eardrum to vibrate. The bigger the vibrations the louder the sound.

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