Physics 9702 · AS & A Level · Stationary waves

Stationary waves — practice question

An organ pipe with length $l$ is open at both ends. When stationary waves are established in the pipe, notes are heard. The speed of sound in the air column is $v$. What is the lowest (fundamental) frequency of the note produced by the pipe?

  • A$\frac{2v}{l}$
  • B$\frac{v}{l}$
  • C$\frac{v}{2l}$
  • D$\frac{v}{4l}$

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