Auditory frequencies

Question 1

Sound

Answer 1

We hear changes in air pressure that creates vibrations. Soundwaves are sinusoidal

Question 2

Fundamental frequency (f0)

Answer 2

The frequency we hear. Doesn’t depend on harmonics. It’s the frequency at which sound waves vibrate

Question 3

Harmonics

Answer 3

Fundamental frequency x integer. Creates the envelope

Question 4

Frequency we hear

Answer 4

Between 20 and 20.000 hz. The fundamental is most energetic with highest amplitude