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John is trying to create musical notes using water-filled bottles, as shown in the picture. Which of the bottles is likely to produce a musical note with the highest pitch? Give reasons.

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John is trying to create musical notes using water-filled bottles, as shown in the picture. Which of the bottles is likely to produce a musical note with the highest pitch? Give reasons. 

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Solution

The bottle with the highest water level will produce the highest-pitched note. It has the shortest air column, which vibrates at a higher frequency when air is blown across its mouth. A higher frequency produces a higher pitch.

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Chapter 6: Sound - COMPETENCY-FOCUSED PRACTICE QUESTIONS RELEASED BY CISCE [Page 139]

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Chapter 6 Sound
COMPETENCY-FOCUSED PRACTICE QUESTIONS RELEASED BY CISCE | Q 6. | Page 139
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