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: Library Binding
• Language: English
• ISBN: 161783744X
• ISBN13: 9781617837449
• Release Date: December 2013
• Publisher: Core Library
• Length: 48 Pages
• Weight: 0.60 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 7.1" x 9.0"
• Age Range: 8 to 11 years
• Grade Range: Grades 3 to 6