Communication and Data
Which is a modern form of communication ?
Cell Phone
What is a morse code ?
dots and lines
Why do vowels have the shortest codes in Morse Code?
They are used most often.
Why was the mail company called the pony express ?
the mail was delivered by a horseback rider.
1844
What is the worldwide database called ?
The Internet
What is one property of waves ?
They can travel long distances
What type of wave does a telegraph machine make ?
Radio
When was the telegraph invented ?
while the pony express was running
What does S-O-S stand for.
Who can access worldwide data ?
Anyone
What is a modern technology similar to morse code ?
Texting
Why is morse code not used as much today ?
There are faster ways to communicate
How long did it take for telegraph messages to be sent across the country ?
seconds
What is the code for S-O-S ?
dit-dit-dit dah-dah-dah dit-dit-dit