A pipe has a length of Im. Determine the frequencies of the fundamental and first two harmonic if the pipe is opened at both ends, (speed of sound in air = 340 m/s)
Correct answer: A. 170 Hz, 340 Hz, 510 Hz
- A. 170 Hz, 340 Hz, 510 Hz
- B. 120 Hz, 220 Hz, 390 Hz
- C. 90 Hz., 230 Hz, 440 Hz
- D. 210 Hz, 410 Hz, 510 Hz
Explanation
For a pipe opened at both ends, the fundamental frequency is given by F1 = v/2L. In this case, F1 = 340/2(1) = 170 Hz. The first harmonic (F2) is 2 times the fundamental frequency, so F2 = 2 × 170 = 340 Hz. The second harmonic (F3) is 3 times the fundamental frequency, so F3 = 3 × 170 = 510 Hz. Option A provides the correct frequencies based on these calculations, making it the right choice.
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