What Is Pitch? Flashcards
1
Q
sound is…
A
- energy in the form of vibrations that travel in waves
- needs a medium to travel
- mechanical and longitudinal
2
Q
pitch
A
- how high or low a sound is
- dependent of frequency
- increased frequency increased speed
3
Q
frequency
A
- how often a wave passes a give point
4
Q
the higher the frequency…
A
- the higher the pitch
- shorter wavelength
5
Q
the lower the frequency…
A
- the lower the pitch
- longer wavelength
