Lesson: Chapter 4 — Waves and their applications

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Question 1

How does the waveform of noise differ from that of a musical note?

A It is a transverse wave B It has a higher frequency C It has no regular, repeating pattern D It is always louder

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It has no regular, repeating pattern. Noise comes from irregular vibrations; musical notes from regular ones.

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