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Record 1 2012-03-02

English

Subject field(s)
  • Acoustics (Physics)
  • Audio Technology
  • Optics
CONT

Amplitude is a term used to describe the amount of a signal or waveform. It describes the instanteneous magnitude of an oscillating quantity such as sound pressure. It can relate to volume in an audio signal or the amount of voltage in an electrical signal. The peak amplitude is the maximum value.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Acoustique (Physique)
  • Électroacoustique
  • Optique

Spanish

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