Calculating Time & Wavelength of 1000Hz Noise

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The problem involves calculating the time it takes for a sound with a frequency of 1000Hz to travel a distance of 3 meters, as well as determining the wavelength of that sound. The subject area pertains to wave physics and sound propagation.

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  • The original poster expresses confusion about how to apply formulas to the problem. Participants inquire about the formulas available and the speed of sound, as well as the relationship between frequency and wavelength.

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The discussion is progressing with participants providing relevant information, such as the speed of sound and the universal wave equation. There is an indication that foundational concepts are being clarified, though no consensus or resolution has been reached yet.

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The original poster has not specified which formulas they have considered, and there may be assumptions regarding the medium through which the sound travels.

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Hi,

"Somebody makes a noise with a frequency of 1000Hz. Calculate how long it will take to reach somebody 3m away. What will be the wavelength?"

I can't figure out how it fits into any of the formulas I have!


Thanks! :)
 
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What formulas do you have?

What's the speed of sound?
How are frequency and wavelength related?
 
basically just the universal wave equation. the speed of sound is 340m/s.
 
Good. That's all you need to solve this problem.
 

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