Whats the difference between place theory and frequency theory in regard to perception of pitch.

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Riley Mooney

27 February, 00:01

Whats the difference between place theory and frequency theory in regard to perception of pitch.

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Juliet Robles · Answer 1

Place theory states the perception of pitch is associated with vibration of different portions of the basilar membrane, while the frequency theory states the perception of pitch is associated with the frequency at which the entire basilar membrane vibrates