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The stem of a vibrating tuning fork is pressed against a table top.
Will it produce an audible sound ?

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To determine whether the stem of a vibrating tuning fork pressed against a table top will produce an audible sound, we can follow these steps: ### Step 1: Understand the Mechanism of Sound Production When a tuning fork vibrates, it creates sound waves. These sound waves are produced due to the oscillation of the fork's prongs. **Hint:** Remember that sound is generated by vibrations. ### Step 2: Consider the Medium ...
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