Various questions regarding sound waves(thanks)

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This discussion focuses on the properties of sound waves, specifically addressing reflection, refraction, and diffraction. Key questions include the materials that reflect sound more effectively, the reasons behind varying critical angles in different mediums, and the impact of wavelength on diffraction. The relationship between climate and wave behavior is also explored, emphasizing the complexity of sound wave interactions with obstacles. The fundamental equation for wave velocity, defined as frequency multiplied by wavelength, is highlighted as a crucial concept in understanding these phenomena.

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Homework Statement



Reflection can you list some materials that reflect more than others and for what specific reason does one material reflect more than the other

Refraction why do different mediums have different critical angles

After the sound refracts OR diffracts, how does it effect the wavelength

How does diffraction actually work, like.. does the climate effect the way waves go through obstacles and diffract, if so how?

Does wave length effect how the wave is diffracted if so, does that have any relation to long wave lengths refusing to reflect so they refract, curve into the hollow space which diffracts?(If this is all wrong can someone please tell me how waves actually diffract and why)

Homework Equations


wave velocity = frequency * wave length

The Attempt at a Solution



Read the textbook, what more can i do... please help
 
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