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ICSE-SOUND-EXERCISE -7(B)
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  6. When the stem of a vibrating tuning fork is gently pressed on the surf...

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  7. State two differences between natural and forced vibrations.

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  8. What is meant by Resonance ?

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  9. State the condition for the resonance to occur.

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  10. Complete the following sentence : Resonance is a special case of ........

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  11. State two differences between the forced and resonant vibrations.

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  12. Why is a loud sound heard at resonance ?

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