Frequency spectrum in Doppler effect

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Homework Statement


I have been investigating the Doppler effect in a circular motion with a stationary source and moving observer (however the main aim is to determine the speed of sound in the end). Using Vernier software - Logger Pro - I have obtained two graphs of the sound pressure against time.

I may also use FFT analysis and get a frequency spectrum but I am not sure what I can use it for. How can in help?

I tried two different frequencies:
f1 = 3000Hz
f2 = 1000Hz

And the radius of the circle was 40cm.

Homework Equations


observer-moving-stationary-source.png
observer moving towards the source
observer-away-from-stationary-source.png
observer moving away from the source
 
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