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person standing on a railway platform notices that the sound of an approaching train's whistle changes in pitch (frequency) train passes by. This phenomenon is best explained by:

ARefraction of sound

BDiffraction of sound

CDoppler effect

DResonance

Answer:

C. Doppler effect

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Definition: The Doppler effect is the change in the observed frequency or wavelength of a wave in relation to an observer who is moving relative to the wave source.


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  1. i. Constitution ensures equal representation of states in Rajya Sabha.
  2. ii. Legislative and executive powers are divided between Central Government and State Governments.
  3. iii. Union Parliament can make any law for implementing international treaties and agreements without the state's consent, even if the subjects are covered in the State List.
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