Question
Download Solution PDFWhen the pitch of sound increases, which one of the following increases?
Answer (Detailed Solution Below)
Detailed Solution
Download Solution PDFConcept:
Sound waves are longitudinal waves. Sound is energy that travels as a vibration through molecules of matter (usually air).
- pitch is that characteristic of sound that distinguishes a sharp (or shrill) sound from a grave (dull or flat) sound.
- Pitch depends upon Frequency.
- Higher the frequency, the higher will be the pitch and the shriller will be the sound.
- Lower the frequency, lower will be the pitch and grave will be the sound.
Explanation:
When the pitch of sound increases, its frequency will be increased.
Additional Information
- Wavelength: The wavelength of a sound is the measurable distance between two waves.
- Frequency: The number of waves that pass by a certain point (receiver) over a certain amount of time. When the wavelength of the wave is shorter, the frequency is higher.
- Amplitude: The height of a sound wave measured from the rest position to the crest of the wave is called amplitude. The taller a sound wave is, the louder the sound is heard.
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