An engineer must choose between audible sound waves and ultrasonic waves for…

PHYSICS · Multi-part · CBSE · Physics · Sound · Sound

Problem

An engineer must choose between audible sound waves and ultrasonic waves for detecting internal cracks in long steel rails used on a railway track. (i) Identify which type of wave should be selected for this purpose. (ii) Explain, with reference to wavelength, penetration ability in solids, and safety for human operators, why the chosen waves are more suitable.

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