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JAMB Physics 2019 Objective — Question 14

Question 14 of 40 from the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) Physics 2019 Objective paper, with the correct answer and a full explanation.

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An organ pipe closed at one end is 110cm. What is the frequency of the fundamental note, assuming that the speed of sound in air is 330m/s?

  • A. 100Hz
  • B. 75HzCorrect
  • C. 50Hz
  • D. 25Hz

Explanation

For a closed pipe, fundamental frequency f₀=V/4L. L=110cm=1.10m. f₀=330/(4×1.10)=75Hz.

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