Second sound is a quantum mechanical phenomenon in which heat transfer occurs by wave-like motion, rather than by the more usual mechanism of diffusion. Heat takes the place of pressure in normal sound waves. This leads to a very high thermal conductivity. It is known as `second sound` because the wave motion of heat is similar to the propagatio..... Found on http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Second_sound
Synonym for second heart sound ... The second sound heard on auscultation of the heart; signifies the beginning of diastole and is due to closure of the semilunar valves. ... Synonym: second sound. ... (05 Mar 2000) ... Found on http://www.encyclo.co.uk/local/20973