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No, the amplitude of a sound wave cannot be described by a centigrade (Celsius) scale. The centigrade scale is used to measure temperature and is not applicable to describing the physical properties of sound waves.

The amplitude of a sound wave refers to the magnitude or intensity of the pressure variations caused by the wave. It is typically measured in units such as pascals (Pa) or decibels (dB). Amplitude describes the "height" or "strength" of the sound wave, indicating how loud or soft the sound is. It is unrelated to temperature measurements.

While both temperature and sound are physical phenomena, they are distinct and measured using different scales and units.

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