acoustic wave
[ə-ˈkü-stik ˈwāv]
nounpl: acoustic waves
onda acústica
1. A sound wave that travels through a medium such as air, water, or solid material, characterized by mechanical vibrations that propagate as pressure variations
The acoustic wave traveled through the concert hall, allowing the audience to hear the orchestra.
A onda acústica viajou pelo auditório, permitindo que o público ouvisse a orquestra.
2. In physics and engineering, a longitudinal wave consisting of compressions and rarefactions that transmit sound energy
Scientists measured the acoustic wave frequency to determine the sound quality.
Os cientistas mediram a frequência da onda acústica para determinar a qualidade do som.
3. In seismology, seismic waves generated by earthquakes or explosions that propagate through the Earth's crust
Acoustic waves from the explosion were detected by monitoring stations kilometers away.
As ondas acústicas da explosão foram detectadas por estações de monitoramento a quilômetros de distância.
The term 'acoustic wave' is primarily used in scientific, engineering, and technical contexts in both Brazilian and American English. In Brazil, it is commonly encountered in university physics programs, audio engineering studies, and industrial acoustics applications. The concept is fundamental to understanding sound in music production, architectural acoustics, and seismic monitoring, making it an important term in modern technological and scientific discourse.
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