An Introduction to Physical Science
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Ch. 6.1 - What causes waves, and how and what do they...Ch. 6.1 - Is matter propagated by waves?Ch. 6.2 - What is the distinguishing difference between...Ch. 6.2 - Prob. 2PQCh. 6.2 - A sound wave has a speed of 344 m/s and a...Ch. 6.3 - Prob. 1PQCh. 6.3 - What is the speed of light in vacuum?Ch. 6.3 - The station in this example is an AM station,...Ch. 6.4 - What is the frequency range of human hearing?Ch. 6.4 - Prob. 2PQ
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