Question

Characteristic of sound by which we can distinguish between a shrill and a grave sound is known as:-

• A. Loudness
• B. Pitch
• C. Wavelength
• D. Amplitude

Answer 1

The correct option is B

Pitch

Pitch is the characteristic of sound by which we can distinguish between a shrill and a grave sound. The faster the vibrations, the frequency and pitch will be higher and sound becomes shriller whereas if sound is grave that means frequency and pitch will be lower.