Pressure equation of sound wave

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The discussion focuses on deriving the pressure equation of a sound wave from the given wave equation y=A.sin(ωt-kx) and the bulk modulus formula. The user is trying to determine the correct expression for the change in volume (ΔV) to apply in the context of sound waves. Two options are presented: ΔV=S.y, which suggests a reduction in volume while maintaining mass, and ΔV=S.Δy, indicating a pressure change due to a change in the length of the air column. The user seeks clarification on which expression accurately represents the pressure equation of sound waves. Understanding the correct choice is essential for deriving the pressure equation effectively.
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Let us consider sound (longitudinal) wave
y=A.sin(\omegat-kx)

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Consider air column of length \Deltax and cross-sectional area S at distance x from source.
I want to derive the pressure equation of the sound wave using
Bulk modulus, B=-\DeltaP/(\DeltaV/V)
implying \DeltaP=-B.\DeltaV/V

But the trouble is that I am not able to select the expression for \DeltaV
1) \DeltaV=S.y
2) \DeltaV=S\Deltay
TELL ME WHICH EXPRESSION OUT OF THE TWO SHOULD I USE with EXPLANATION.
 

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I give you a hint about what I was actually thinking.

1)\DeltaV=S.y
It would mean that \DeltaP is the difference between the initial pressure of the volume considered and the final pressure of the same column (now volume is reduced to (V-\DeltaV) but mass(amount) remains same).

2)\DeltaV=S.\Deltay
It would mean that \DeltaP is the change in pressure for a change \Deltay
in the length of the column.

Which of the above does the pressure equation of sound wave denotes? Please, tell.

NOTE: If you find any problem in understanding what I want to say, please tell.
 
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