Asked by Harley Appenzeller on May 31, 2024
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The perception of timbre corresponds to a sound wave's
A) pitch.
B) panache.
C) amplitude.
D) purity.
Timbre
The quality or color of sound that makes it unique, such as the difference in sound between a piano and a violin when playing the same note.
Sound Wave
A longitudinal wave consisting of compressions and rarefactions, which travels through a medium such as air or water.
Purity
The condition or quality of being clean, free from contaminants, or morally upright.
- Examine the unique characteristics of sound waves and their linked perceptual correlatives.
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Breanna PursellJun 02, 2024
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
Timbre refers to the quality or distinctive characteristic of a sound, which distinguishes it from other sounds of the same pitch and volume. The purity of a sound wave refers to the absence of overtones or harmonics, which contributes to the timbre of a sound. Therefore, option D (purity) is the correct choice for the perception of timbre.
Learning Objectives
- Examine the unique characteristics of sound waves and their linked perceptual correlatives.