Sound in the Real World

by Rita Milios

Sound is everywhere This book uses real-world examples to bring the concept of sound to life in an approachable way. Clearly-written text draws in readers with concrete examples involving familiar, everyday things, from a train whistle to a thunder clap. The book covers the history of and key figures in the understanding of sound, including Pythagoras and Galileo. Major concepts covered include sound waves, frequency, amplitude, ultrasound, sonar,...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1617837946
• ISBN13: 9781617837944
• Release Date: January 2013
• Publisher: Core Library
• Length: 48 Pages
• Weight: 0.60 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.8" x 8.8"
• Age Range: 9 to 13 years
• Grade Range: Grades 4 to 8