Yes, under certain circumstances, glass can indeed be shattered by sound waves. This phenomenon is known as acoustic resonance or destructive resonance. When a sound wave with a frequency that matches the resonant frequency of the glass is applied, it can induce vibrations within the glass that can lead to its failure.
Glass has a natural frequency at which it vibrates most efficiently, known as its resonant frequency. If an external sound wave matches this resonant frequency, it can cause the glass to vibrate with increasing amplitude. If the amplitude becomes too high, it can exceed the glass's strength, causing it to shatter.
To achieve the shattering of glass with sound waves, precise conditions need to be met. The frequency of the sound wave must match the resonant frequency of the specific glass object. Additionally, the sound wave must be of sufficient intensity or amplitude to induce significant vibrations in the glass. The exact resonant frequency and the threshold for shattering depend on the size, shape, thickness, and composition of the glass.
It's worth noting that this phenomenon is not typically encountered in everyday situations, and it requires specialized equipment and careful control of variables. However, it has been demonstrated in laboratory settings and can be observed in certain real-world scenarios, such as when a singer's voice matches the resonant frequency of a glass object, causing it to shatter.