Question

The frequency of Middle C is 261.63 Hz and the wavelength is 131.87 cm.

What is the speed of sound for Middle C?

Answer 1

Speed of sound for Middle C = 345.01 m
`s^(-1)`

Step-by-step explanation:

Given

Frequency of Middle C = 261.63 Hz = 261.63
`s^(-1)`

Wavelength of Middle C = 131.87 cm

Speed of sound for Middle C = ?

We know that for all waves, the relationship between wavelength λ, frequency f and speed v is same and given by the equation:

v = fλ

Therefore, Speed of sound for Middle C = 261.63
`s^(-1)` x 131.87 cm

= 34501.148 cm
`s^(-1)`

= 345.01 m
`s^(-1)`