The loudness of sound is determined by what?

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Zachery Benton

9 December, 23:01

The loudness of sound is determined by what?

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Lily Mata · Answer 1

The amplitude of a sound wave determines its loudness or volume. A larger amplitude means a louder sound, and a smaller amplitude means a softer sound

Alisa Klein · Answer 2

The amplitude of a sound wave determines its loudness or volume. A larger amplitude means a louder sound, and a smaller amplitude means a softer sound. In Figure 1 sound C is louder than sound B. The vibration of a source sets the amplitude of a wave.