Possible Sources of Error in Speed of Sound Lab

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Possible sources of error in the speed of sound lab using a closed air column include inaccuracies in measuring the resonance length due to the water meniscus effect and the potential for extra length in the resonance measurement. Environmental factors such as temperature fluctuations can also impact sound speed calculations. Additionally, the tuning fork's frequency may not be perfectly accurate, leading to discrepancies in the calculated speed of sound. Proper calibration of equipment and careful measurement techniques are essential to minimize these errors. Addressing these factors can improve the reliability of the experimental results.
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resonance in closed air column

Homework Statement


we have conduct a lab to determine the speed of sound and estimate room temprature by using open air column method. put a tube in the water, have a tuning folks (sound source) on the above, and pull the tube up and down to find the resonance length, then use the equation to find wavelength, then speed, and use another equation to find temprature.
so my question is watz the possible source of error in this lab.


Homework Equations


\nu = (2n-1)v/4L or \nu =nv/2L
v=fh
v=331+0.59Tc


The Attempt at a Solution


water meniscus and extra length of resonance length maybe two of them.

can anyone help me, please
 
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