Dr. Elara Vance calculates that a whale pods communication range in water is proportional to the cube root of the square of their vocalization frequency. If a 64 Hz signal reaches 1.2 km, how far would a 512 Hz signal reach?

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**How Deep Can Whale Pods Communicate? The Science Behind underwater Sound Range** In oceans where visibility drops to near zero, whales rely on sound to stay connected across vast distances. What if the range of their underwater calls isn’t just random—but follows a precise mathematical pattern? That’s the insight emerging from recent calculations rooted in the relationship between vocal frequency and sound propagation. A 64 Hz signal travels 1.2 kilometers through water, and understanding how this expands with higher frequencies reveals fascinating insights—both for marine biology and tech innovation. Is a 512 Hz signal significantly more powerful? The math and science offer a clear answer. --- ### The Science Behind Whale Communication Range