Question

The loudness of sound increases on increasing the surface area of the vibrating object.

• A. True
• B. False

Answer 1

The correct option is A True

1. The degree of sensation produced in the ear by a sound is called its loudness.
2. We can distinguish a loud sound from a feeble sound on the basis of its loudness.
3. Loudness depends on the surface area of the vibrating object: Larger the surface area of the vibrating object, the louder is the sound.
4. For example, a large-sized drum produces a louder Sound than a small-sized drum.

Hence, the given statement is True.