Notes Definition - College Physics I – Introduction Key Term

Definition

Notes are sound waves with a specific frequency and pitch. They are fundamental in the study of acoustics and auditory perception.

Notes are characterized by their frequency, which determines their pitch.
The human ear can typically hear notes ranging from 20 Hz to 20,000 Hz.
Harmonics and overtones play a significant role in the timbre or quality of a note.
A musical note's amplitude affects its loudness but not its pitch.
Instruments produce notes through different mechanisms, such as vibrating strings or air columns.

The number of vibrations or cycles per second, measured in Hertz (Hz), determining the pitch of a note.

The perceived frequency of a sound, indicating how high or low a note sounds.

The quality or color of a musical note that distinguishes different types of sound production, influenced by harmonics and overtones.