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Sound Waves: Closed Pipe MCQ

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Closed PipeEasyQuestion 31244

Question

Closed organ pipe supports harmonics:
  1. A
    All harmonics
  2. B
    Only odd harmonics (1st, 3rd, 5th...)
    Correct
  3. C
    Only even harmonics
  4. D
    No harmonics

Correct answer

Only odd harmonics (1st, 3rd, 5th...)

Explanation

Closed pipe: f_n = nv/(4L) for n = 1, 3, 5,... Only odd harmonics. More hollow/nasal tone.

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