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Question
Name four ways in which sound can be produced.
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Solution
Sound can be produced by the following methods:
(i) By vibrating strings (e.g., sitar)
(ii) By vibrating air column (e.g., flute)
(iii) By vibrating membranes (e.g., drum)
(iv) By vibrating plates (e.g., cymbal)
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