Solving Resonance: Find 1st Resonance Position in 0.931m Tube

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In summary, the water level in a 0.931 m long vertical glass tube can be adjusted to create a standing wave of sound with a tuning fork vibrating at 629 Hz. The first resonance occurs at the position of the water level measured from the top, which can be calculated using the equation h=0.931-(n(343)/4(629)) where n represents the harmonic number.
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Homework Statement


The water level in a vertical glass tube 0.931 m long can be adjusted to any position in the tube. A tuning fork vibrating at 629 Hz is held just over the open top end of the tube, to set up a standing wave of sound in the air-filled top portion of the tube. (That air-filled top portion acts as a tube with one end closed and the other end open.) At what position of the water level, as measured from the top, does the first resonance occur? (Take the speed of sound to be 343 m/s.)


Homework Equations


f=v/lamba=nv/4L n=1,3,5,...


The Attempt at a Solution



I did this:

h=0.931-L =0.931 - nv/4L= 0.931 - (n(343)/4(629)) = (0.931-.1363n)m

I don't know where to go from there.
 
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One equation and two unknowns. Obviously you need to fix the value of one of them or you'll never solve this. I'd recommend going back to the problem description. Does the phrase "the first resonance" suggest a value of n to you?

Also there's a typo in your equation. It reads 0.931-L =0.931 - nv/4L, which suggests nv/4=1, leading to a dimensionless v.
 

Related to Solving Resonance: Find 1st Resonance Position in 0.931m Tube

1. How do you determine the first resonance position in a 0.931m tube?

To determine the first resonance position in a 0.931m tube, you will need to use the equation v = nλ/2L, where v is the speed of sound, n is the harmonic number (in this case, it will be 1 for the first resonance), λ is the wavelength, and L is the length of the tube. Rearrange the equation to solve for λ, and then plug in the values for v (which is approximately 343 m/s for sound in air) and L (0.931m). This will give you the wavelength of the sound wave at the first resonance position.

2. What is the significance of finding the first resonance position?

The first resonance position is significant because it represents the fundamental frequency or the lowest possible frequency that can be produced in the tube. This frequency corresponds to a standing wave pattern where the length of the tube is equal to half of the wavelength of the sound wave.

3. What factors can affect the first resonance position?

The first resonance position can be affected by several factors such as the speed of sound, the length of the tube, and the properties of the medium (e.g. temperature, humidity). Changes in any of these factors can alter the wavelength of the sound wave and therefore affect the first resonance position.

4. How can finding the first resonance position be useful in a scientific experiment or study?

Finding the first resonance position can be useful in a scientific experiment or study as it allows for the determination of the speed of sound in a specific medium. By measuring the length of the tube and the wavelength at the first resonance position, the speed of sound can be calculated and used in further experiments or analyses.

5. Are there any limitations or potential sources of error when determining the first resonance position?

Yes, there are a few limitations and potential sources of error when determining the first resonance position. These can include variations in the speed of sound due to changes in the medium, difficulty in accurately measuring the length of the tube, and interference from outside noise. It is important to control these factors as much as possible to obtain accurate results.

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