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  • Understanding Frequency and Pitch in Sound
    The frequency of a vibrating object determines its pitch.

    Here's why:

    * Frequency refers to the number of vibrations or cycles per second, measured in Hertz (Hz).

    * Pitch is how high or low a sound is perceived to be.

    * Higher frequency means more vibrations per second, resulting in a higher pitch.

    * Lower frequency means fewer vibrations per second, resulting in a lower pitch.

    Think of a guitar string: a thinner, tighter string vibrates faster (higher frequency) and produces a higher pitch. A thicker, looser string vibrates slower (lower frequency) and produces a lower pitch.

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