Sound

by A. E. E. McKenzie

Overview

Originally published in 1936 as the final instalment of McKenzie's School Certificate series, this book explains the physical properties of sound. The text is accompanied by multiple photographs, drawings and diagrams to illustrate key points, and every chapter concludes with several questions for students to reinforce the chapter content. This book will be of value to anyone with an interest in the history of science education in Britain.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781107452480
Publisher:	Cambridge University Press
Publication date:	12/04/2014
Edition description:	Reissue
Pages:	136
Product dimensions:	5.08(w) x 7.80(h) x 0.28(d)

Table of Contents

Preface; 1. Sound waves; 2. Sound velocity and signalling; 3. Reflection, refraction and interference; 4. Musical notes. Frequency; 5. Vibrations of strings; 6. Resonance. Vibrations of air columns; 7. Analysis and recording of sound; 8. The ear. Musical scales. Scales of loudness; Answers; Index.