A D note that is played by a piano has a frequency of 577 Hz. The speed of sound through the air is 343 m/s. What is the wavelength of the D note?

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by SowlM

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We have to use the wavelength is

$\lambda=(v)/(f)$

Where f = 577 Hz and v = 343 m/s.

$\lambda=(343m/s)/(577Hz)\approx0.60m$

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