Sound waves are a type of mechanical wave that travels through a medium, such as air or water. They are created by vibrations or disturbances and can be detected by the human ear.
No, sound waves do not come in quanta. Quanta refer to discrete packets of energy, and sound waves do not have a quantized nature like electromagnetic waves do.
Sound waves are measured in units of frequency called hertz (Hz). The frequency of a sound wave corresponds to its pitch, with higher frequencies producing higher pitches.
No, sound waves cannot be seen with the human eye. They are not a form of light, and therefore do not interact with the visual spectrum.
The speed of sound varies depending on the medium it travels through. In dry air at room temperature, sound travels at approximately 343 meters per second or 767 miles per hour.