In terms of sound waves, frequency refers to the
A) peak-to-valley height of the wave.
B) number of vibrations the wave completes in a given time.
C) physical strength of the wave as determined by the listener.
D) relative complexity of the waveform.
E) loudness of the sound.

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Frequency refers to the number of vibrations the wave completes in a given time. It is measured in hertz (Hz) and determines the pitch of a sound. The higher the frequency, the higher the pitch of the sound.

In Terms of Sound Waves, Frequency Refers to the