Sound with frequencies below and above the audible frequency range are known…

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Sound with frequencies below and above the audible frequency range are known as ________________.
A. Feeble sound
B. Infrasound
C. Parasound
D. Ultrasound
Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

  1. A.

    A and C

  2. B.

    B and C

  3. C.

    B and D

  4. D.

    A and D

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Correct answer: C

Correct answer: Infrasound and Ultrasound.

Explanation: The terms refer to sounds outside the human audible frequency range.

  • Audible frequency range for humans is approximately 20 Hz to 20 kHz.

  • Infrasound: frequencies below about 20 Hz (below the audible range).

  • Ultrasound: frequencies above about 20 kHz (above the audible range).

  • "Feeble sound" describes low loudness (intensity), not a particular frequency range, so it is not the correct term here.

  • "Parasound" is not a standard scientific term for sounds outside the audible frequency range.

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