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Sound

Scope note

Mechanical radiant energy that is transmitted by waves in air or other material medium and is the objective cause of the sensation of hearing. W

Term type

AAT

Getty AAT term number

300056060

Broader Terms used

<acoustics concepts>

Narrower Terms used

ultrasound

Created

13yrs ago

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