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Chapter 5: Problem 41

What is the frequency of infrasonic sound?

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Answer: The frequency range for infrasonic sound is 0 Hz to 20 Hz.

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01

Define infrasound

Infrasound is defined as sound waves with frequencies below the range of human hearing, typically below 20 Hz.
02

Determine the infrasonic frequency range

The frequency range for infrasonic sound is from 0 Hz up to 20 Hz. This range of frequencies is not audible to the human ear.

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