What are the first 3 overtones for a pipe open at both ends?

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In summary, frequency is a measure of how often a wave repeats in a given unit of time and is usually measured in hertz (Hz). Overtones are higher frequency vibrations that add complexity and richness to the sound produced and are created by the way an object vibrates. The first three overtones are the second, third, and fourth harmonics of the fundamental frequency, with frequencies that are twice, three times, and four times the fundamental frequency, respectively.
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Im trying to find the frequency of the first 3 overtones for a pipe that is open at both ends...
is the first 3 overtones the first three anti nodes??.. I am not sure.
 
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Try this reference - http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Overtones

For a standing wave, the antinode is the location of maximum amplitude.
http://www.antonine-education.co.uk/Physics_A2/Module_4/Topic_5/TOPIC_5.HTM

http://www.glenbrook.k12.il.us/gbssci/phys/Class/sound/u11l4d.html
 
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The first three overtones refer to the higher harmonics or frequencies that are produced in addition to the fundamental frequency of a vibrating system, such as a pipe that is open at both ends. These overtones are created by multiples of the fundamental frequency, with the first overtone being twice the fundamental frequency, the second overtone being three times the fundamental frequency, and so on. The anti nodes, or points of maximum displacement, correspond to these overtones, but they are not the same thing. The overtones refer to the specific frequencies, while the anti nodes refer to the specific points of maximum displacement within the pipe.
 

What is frequency?

Frequency is a measure of how often a wave repeats in a given unit of time. It is usually measured in hertz (Hz), which represents the number of cycles per second.

What are overtones?

Overtones are higher frequency vibrations that occur in addition to the fundamental frequency of a wave. They are created by the way an object vibrates and can add complexity and richness to the sound produced.

What are the first three overtones?

The first three overtones are the second, third, and fourth harmonics of the fundamental frequency. These overtones have frequencies that are twice, three times, and four times the frequency of the fundamental, respectively.

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