The frequency separating audible waves and ultrasonic waves is considered to be 20 kHz. What wavelength in air at room temperature is associated with this frequency? (Assume the speed of sound to be 340 m/s.) 34 cm B 1.7 cm E3 cm

The frequency separating audible waves and ultrasonic waves is considered to be 20 kHz. What wavelength in air at room temperature is associated with this frequency? (Assume the speed of sound to be 340 m/s.) 34 cm B 1.7 cm E3 cm

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Chapter17: Physics Of Hearing

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The frequency separating audible waves and ultrasonic waves is considered to be 20 kHz. What
wavelength in air at room temperature is associated with this frequency? (Assume the speed of
sound to be 340 m/s.)
A) 34 cm
1.7 cm
(С) 5.2 сm
D 55 cm

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