Question 1 Name and discuss any two aspects of sound. (8) Pitch: Pitch refers to the highness or lowness of a sound and is determined by the frequency of the sound waves. Higher frequencies result in higher-pitched sounds, while lower frequencies produce lower-pitched sounds. For examp...
ENGLISH TEACHING FOR
COMMUNICATION
ASSESSMENT 5
ENC 1501
UNIQUE NO:770018
Due date
11/3/2023
, SECTION A (20)
Question 1
Name and discuss any two aspects of sound. (8)
Pitch:
Pitch refers to the highness or lowness of a sound and is determined by the frequency of the
sound waves. Higher frequencies result in higher-pitched sounds, while lower frequencies
produce lower-pitched sounds. For example, a whistle produces a high-pitched sound, while a
bass drum produces a low-pitched sound. Pitch is measured in Hertz (Hz), with higher
frequencies having a greater number of cycles per second.
Amplitude:
Amplitude, often referred to as the "volume" of a sound, is a measure of the sound wave's
intensity or strength. It determines how loud or soft a sound is. Larger amplitudes create louder
sounds, while smaller amplitudes result in quieter sounds. Amplitude is typically measured in
decibels (dB). For instance, a rock concert produces high-amplitude sounds that can be very
loud, while a whisper produces low-amplitude, quiet sounds.
These two aspects, pitch and amplitude, play a crucial role in our perception and understanding
of sound in our daily lives.
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