Includes index. Includes bibliographical references (page 31) and index.
Contents:
Sounds all around -- What is the matter? -- From the source -- Carrying sounds -- Moving through matter -- Off the wall -- Hear! Hear! -- All sorts of sounds -- Pitch perfect -- Full volume -- Hearing things -- Have you heard? -- You can't beat an eardrum! -- Make some waves -- Learning more.
Summary:
"This engaging book describes the properties of sound waves, how they move, and the way our ears catch them. Readers will learn how sound waves travel through different mediums and be amazed by the different ways sound waves are used in real life, such as for communication with animals and deep-sea exploration. A link to interactive activities online plus an activity in the book allow readers to experiment with sound waves to achieve different sounds."-- Provided by publisher.
This resource is supported by the Institute of Museum and Library Services under the provisions of the Library Services and Technology Act as administered by State Library of Iowa.