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    Physics Assignment: Methods to Measure the Speed of

    Sound in Air

    Learning Objectives:
    By the end of this assignment, students should be able to:

    1. Understand the concept of the speed of sound.

    2. Describe different methods to measure the speed of sound in air.

    3. Conduct a classroom activity to measure the speed of sound.

    4. Answer questions related to the methods of measuring the speed of sound.

    Methods to Measure the Speed of Sound in Air

    1. Echo Method:
    The echo method involves measuring the time it takes for a sound to travel to a reflective surface and
    back. For example, if you stand a known distance from a wall and clap your hands, you can measure the
    time it takes to hear the echo. By knowing the distance and the time, you can calculate the speed of
    sound using the formula:

    2× distance
    Speed of Sound=
    time
    2. Resonance Tube Method:
    This method uses a resonance tube partially filled with water. A tuning fork of known frequency is struck
    and held above the tube. By adjusting the water level, resonance is achieved when the air column
    vibrates at the same frequency as the tuning fork. The length of the air column is measured, and the
    speed of sound is calculated using the formula:

    Speed of Sound=Frequency × Wavelength


    3. Temperature Method:
    The speed of sound in air can also be determined using the temperature of the air. The speed of sound
    increases with temperature and can be calculated using the formula:

    Speed of Sound = 331.4 + (0.6 × Temperature in °C)


    Classroom Activity: Measuring the Speed of Sound

    Materials Needed:
    - Measuring tape

    - Stopwatch

    - Tuning fork

    - Resonance tube (or a large graduated cylinder and water)

    - Thermometer

    Instructions:
    1. Echo Method:
    - Measure a known distance from a wall.

    - Clap your hands and use a stopwatch to measure the time taken to hear the echo.

    - Use the formula to calculate the speed of sound.

    2. Resonance Tube Method:


    - Fill a resonance tube partially with water.

    - Strike a tuning fork and hold it above the tube.

    - Adjust the water level until resonance occurs.

    - Measure the length of the air column and calculate the speed of sound.

    3. Temperature Method:
    - Measure the air temperature using a thermometer.

    - Use the temperature formula to calculate the speed of sound.


    Questionnaire
    Total Marks: 15

    1. Define the following terms: [4]


     Echo method
     speed of sound

    2. Describe the echo method for measuring the speed of sound. [3]

    3. What is the formula used in the temperature method to calculate the speed of sound? [2]

    4. Explain how resonance is used to measure the speed of sound in a resonance tube. [3]

    5. Identify whether the following statements are true or false: [3]


    - a) The speed of sound is faster in colder air than in warmer air.

    - b) The echo method requires a reflective surface.

    - c) The speed of sound can be measured using a tuning fork.

    Mark Scheme
    1. Define the following terms:
     Echo method:

    - Correct definition: The echo method involves measuring the time it takes for a sound to travel to a
    reflective surface and back. (2 marks)

     Speed of sound:

    - Correct definition: The distance traveled by a sound wave per unit of time (2 marks)

    2. Describe the echo method for measuring the speed of sound:


    - Correct description including distance measurement, time measurement, and formula (3 marks)
    3. What is the formula used in the temperature method to calculate the speed of sound?
    - Correct formula: Speed of Sound = 331.4 + (0.6 × Temperature in °C) (2 marks)

    4. Explain how resonance is used to measure the speed of sound in a resonance tube:
    - Correct explanation including tuning fork, air column, resonance, and formula (3 marks)

    5. Identify whether the following statements are true or false:


    - a) False (1 mark)

    - b) True (1 mark)

    - c) True (1 mark)

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