acoustics

(noun)

The physical quality of a space for performing music.

Related Terms

Examples of acoustics in the following topics:

  • Decibels

    • Although the decibel can be used to talk about a number of different subjects, in this atom we are going to cover its use in acoustics and sound level.
    • In acoustics, the decibel is quantified relative to a reference which has been set at a sound pressure level of 20 micropascals, and is called a 0 dB.

  • Vestibulocochlear (VIII) Nerve

    • It emerges from the pons and exits the inner skull via the internal acoustic meatus (or internal auditory meatus) in the temporal bone.
    • A benign primary intracranial tumor of vestibulocochlear nerve is called a vestibular schwannoma (also called acoustic neuroma).

  • Waves

    • For example, acoustics is distinguished from optics in that sound waves are related to a mechanical rather than an electromagnetic (light) wave transfer caused by vibration.
    • Therefore, concepts such as mass, momentum, inertia or elasticity become crucial in describing acoustic (as distinct from optic) wave processes.

  • Other Steps

    • There are four main types of encoding that can occur within the brain - visual, elaborative, acoustic and semantic.
    • This is used during acoustic encoding.

  • Overcoming wasteful building practices

    • In addition, green buildings have greater visual, thermal and acoustic comforts that yield valuable financial gains in terms of productivity, retail sales and manufacturing output.

  • Architecture in the Greek High Classical Period

    • In the construction of theatres, architects perfected the effects of acoustics through the design of and materials used in the seating area.
    • The theater is especially well known for its acoustics.
    • A 2007 study indicates that the astonishing acoustic properties may be the result of the advanced design.

  • Diffraction

    • Similar effects occur when a light wave travels through a medium with a varying refractive index, or a sound wave travels through one with varying acoustic impedance.

  • Interference

    • The effects of interference can be observed with all types of waves, for example, light, radio, acoustic and surface water waves .

  • Symbols and Nature

    • A sign language is a language which, instead of acoustically conveying sound patterns, uses manual communication and body language to convey meaning.

  • Utilizing Devices to Enhance Audience Understanding

    • Some large auditoriums and amphitheaters are designed to assist acoustics.