wave_mechanics organ_pipe_vibration_of_air_column Question 22

Question: Find the fundamental frequency of a closed pipe, if the length of the air column is 42 m. (speed of sound in air = 332 m/sec)

[RPET 2003]

Options:

A) 2 Hz

B) 4 Hz

C) 7 Hz

D) 9 Hz

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Answer:

Correct Answer: A

Solution:

For closed pipe $ n=\frac{v}{4l} $

$ \Rightarrow $ $ n=\frac{332}{4\times 42}=2Hz $ .