AP Physics 1

Advanced Placement Physics 1 covers the fundamentals of mechanics, waves, and electricity in preparation for college-level physics.

KinematicsNewton's Laws of MotionWaves and Sound
Rotational MotionElectric CircuitsConservation Laws
Physics of SportsEveryday CircuitsSound in Technology
Mastering Multiple-ChoiceSolving Free-Response Problems
KinematicsNewton's Laws of Mot...Waves and SoundRotational MotionElectric CircuitsConservation LawsPhysics of SportsEveryday CircuitsSound in TechnologyMastering Multiple-C...Solving Free-Respons...
Practical Applications

Sound in Technology

Making Waves in Tech

Sound waves aren't just for music—they're used in medical imaging, navigation, and entertainment.

Cool Uses of Sound

  • Ultrasound: Doctors use high-frequency sound waves to see inside the body.
  • Speakers and Microphones: Convert electrical signals to sound and vice versa.
  • Sonar: Submarines and ships use sound to detect objects underwater.

Understanding sound waves helps invent and improve amazing technology!

Examples

  • Using an ultrasound machine to see a baby's heartbeat.

  • Voice assistants like Alexa or Siri recognizing your commands.

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