Standing Sound Waves in a pipe

In summary, the conversation discusses standing sound waves produced in a 2.00 m long pipe that is open at both ends. The first part focuses on determining the locations of displacement and pressure nodes for the fundamental and first two overtones, while the second part considers the same pipe but with the left end closed and the right end open. The equations used to determine the locations of the nodes are L= n\lambda/4 and m (meters). The conversation also mentions measuring from the left end of the pipe and arranging the answers from smallest to largest.
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Homework Statement



(a) Standing sound waves are produced in a pipe that is 2.00 m long and open at both ends. (Give all answers measured from the left end of the pipe, and from smallest to largest where there is more than one answer.)

(i) For the fundamental and first two overtones, determine the locations along the pipe of the displacement nodes.
fundamental
m (meters)
first overtone
m
m
second overtone
m
m
m
(ii) For the fundamental and first two overtones, determine the locations along the pipe of the pressure nodes.
fundamental
m
m
first overtone
m
m
m
second overtone
m
m
m
m

(b) Consider the same pipe closed at the left end and open on the right end. (Give all answers measured from the left end of the pipe, and from smallest to largest where there is more than one answer.)

(i) For the fundamental and first two overtones, determine the locations along the pipe of the displacement nodes.
fundamental
m
first overtone
m
m
second overtone
m
m
m
(ii) For the fundamental and first two overtones, determine the locations along the pipe of the pressure nodes.
fundamental
m
first overtone
m
m
second overtone

Homework Equations



L= n[tex]\lambda[/tex]/4
 
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So what have you tried? What do you know about the nodes in a standing wave of an open pipe?
 

1. What are standing sound waves in a pipe?

Standing sound waves in a pipe are formed when a sound wave reflects back and forth between two ends of a closed pipe, creating a pattern of nodes and antinodes. This results in a stationary wave with no net movement of air particles.

2. How are standing sound waves in a pipe produced?

Standing sound waves in a pipe are produced when a sound source, such as a vibrating object, creates sound waves that travel through the pipe. The waves then reflect off the end of the pipe and interfere with the incoming waves, producing a standing wave pattern.

3. What factors affect the formation of standing sound waves in a pipe?

The formation of standing sound waves in a pipe is affected by the length of the pipe, the speed of sound in the medium, and the frequency of the sound wave. The presence of obstacles or openings in the pipe can also affect the formation of standing waves.

4. What is the purpose of studying standing sound waves in a pipe?

Studying standing sound waves in a pipe is important in understanding the physics of sound and how it behaves in different environments. It also has practical applications in musical instruments, as well as in industries such as acoustics and engineering.

5. How are standing sound waves in a pipe different from other types of sound waves?

Standing sound waves in a pipe are different from other types of sound waves in that they do not travel through a medium, but rather they remain stationary. They also have distinct patterns of nodes and antinodes, unlike other types of sound waves which may have varying amplitudes and wavelengths.

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