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What are the two types of frequencies?

GeneralClass 12AllAnswered 27 Mar 2026
Answer

The two main frequency classifications are:

  1. Natural (fundamental) frequency: The inherent frequency at which a system oscillates when disturbed (like a guitar string's primary vibration)
  2. Forced frequency: The frequency imposed on a system by an external force

Alternatively, frequencies can be categorized as:

  • Audio frequencies (20 Hz - 20 kHz): Sound we can hear
  • Radio frequencies (3 kHz - 300 GHz): Used for wireless communication
General · Class 12