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How are sounds of different pitch differentiated in the cochlea?
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∙ 13y ago
Pitch discrimination results from the fact that the basilar membrane has different vibrational properties along its length, such that the base (nearest the oval window) vibrates most strongly to high frequency sounds, and the tip to low frequencies.
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Describe how sounds of different frequency pitch are differentiated in the cochlea?
Pitches are differentiated by the length and tension of the basilar membrane fibers.
What is the difference between two sounds of the same pitch?
Two sounds of the same pitch may be different in sound quality or in tone. For instance, Miley Cyrus and Eminem might be singing in similar pitch, but their voices will be noticeably different.
What do the different sizes of cello strings indicate?
the pitch; the smaller it is, the higher it sounds; the bigger it is, the lower it sounds
What physical property makes different types of sounds different?
Higher frequency, higher pitch.
Difference between two sounds of the same pitch?
Two sounds of the same fundamental pitch may sound very different depending on their harmonic content. Indeed, even if the fundamental tone is missing, we'll still identify it as the given pitch.
What sounds are produced by playing musical instruments?
They are called vibrations which are different kinds of pitch.
What makes sound sound different?
the pitch of someone
How are low-pitch sounds different from high-pitched sounds?
Low pitched sounds have a low frequency. Higher sounds have high frequency, that is the number of waves passing a point per second is greater.
How are high-frequency sounds different from low-frequency?
Their wavelengths are shorter, and they are perceived as having higher pitch.
What are the two properties of sound waves that you use to classify different sounds?
The two properties are :- Pitch & Amplitude
Why do the same notes on a trumpet and on a saxophone sound different when both are played with the same pitch and loudness?
because their different instruments and all instruments have different sounds
How do the strings effect pitch on an instrument?
the different tautness helps make different sounds like a guitar. tighter strings = higher sound
