Bottle. sound by blowing across the top

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In summary, sound is created by blowing across the top of the bottle due to standing waves created on the air inside the bottle. This is because the air flow becomes more turbulent when blown across the edge of the bottle, creating a periodically repeating vortex pattern that propagates as sound waves and can resonate. Blowing inside the bottle does not produce sound because the frequency is not in resonance with the standing waves. The walls of the bottle do not vibrate, but rather the air inside the bottle vibrates and creates sound waves that propagate in space. The reason why blowing across the top produces resonance while blowing in does not is because the edge of the bottle separates the air flow, creating a periodically repeating vortex pattern that can resonate.
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sound created by blowing across the top of the bottle produces sound due to standing waves created on air inside the bottle.

why blowing inside the bottle does not produce sound but only across?

how vibrations created on air inside the bottle propagate in space as they are separated from outside by the walls of bottle? or the walls of bottle start to vibrate?

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Goodver said:
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why blowing inside the bottle does not produce sound
It does, but wrong with frequency to resonate.

Goodver said:
how vibrations created on air inside the bottle propagate in space as they are separated from outside by the walls of bottle?
The bottle is open, isn't it?
 
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thanks A.T.

why blowing across the top produces resonance while blowing in not?
 
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Goodver said:
thanks A.T.

why blowing across the top produces resonance while blowing in not?

I believe this is to do with turbulence. The air flow is probably more turbulent when you blow across the edge of the bottle.
 
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CWatters said:
I believe this is to do with turbulence. The air flow is probably more turbulent when you blow across the edge of the bottle.

Yes. When the edge splits the air flow, it separates and creates a periodically repeating vortex pattern similar to the one seen below. The periodic pressure disturbances propagate as sound waves that can resonate.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bVNvH51CmlE
 
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1. What causes the sound when blowing across the top of a bottle?

The sound produced when blowing across the top of a bottle is caused by vibrations of the air inside the bottle. These vibrations are created by the air rushing out of the bottle and colliding with the air outside.

2. Why does the sound change when the bottle is filled with different amounts of liquid?

The sound produced by blowing across the top of a bottle is determined by the size of the air chamber inside the bottle. When the bottle is filled with different amounts of liquid, the size of the air chamber changes, causing the sound to change.

3. Can different types of bottles produce different sounds when blown across the top?

Yes, different types of bottles can produce different sounds when blown across the top. This is because the size, shape, and material of the bottle can affect the vibrations of the air inside and thus, the sound produced.

4. Is the sound produced by blowing across the top of a bottle a musical note?

The sound produced by blowing across the top of a bottle is not a specific musical note. It is considered a whistling sound with a frequency that can vary depending on the size and shape of the bottle.

5. Can the sound produced by blowing across the top of a bottle be used for scientific experiments or measurements?

Yes, the sound produced by blowing across the top of a bottle can be used for scientific experiments and measurements. The frequency of the sound can be measured and can also be affected by factors such as temperature, humidity, and the amount of liquid in the bottle, making it a useful tool for certain scientific studies.

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