It’s a planet of sound! Sound starts with just a simple vibration.
It’s at the heart of everything from One Direction’s latest song to the conversations you have with friends. But how does sound work? What turns the motions of molecules into the symphonic sounds of orchestras, whistling tea kettles, and barking dogs? Let’s explore the phenomenal world of sound and vibration—and how this natural phenomenon is used for communication and even navigation. Sound good?