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Sound Representation Flashcards
OCR GCSE J277 Computer Science specification
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Sampling
The process of recording the amplitude of a sound wave at regular intervals.
Sample Rate
The number of samples taken per second, measured in Hertz (Hz).
Bit Depth
The number of bits used to store each sample, affecting sound quality and file size.
Duration
The length of the sound recording, measured in seconds.
Sound File Size Formula
File size = sample rate × duration (s) × bit depth.
Effect of Increasing Sample Rate
Improves sound quality but increases file size.
Effect of Increasing Bit Depth
Improves sound quality by allowing more precise values but increases file size.
Compression in Sound Files
Reduces file size by removing or encoding data, can be lossy or lossless.
Lossy Compression for Sound
Removes some data permanently, reducing quality but significantly decreasing file size.
Lossless Compression for Sound
Preserves all data, maintaining original quality while reducing file size.

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