Why Do Houseflies Buzz in the Key of F 🪰🎵
Did you know that houseflies always buzz in the key of F? In this video, we explore the science behind it:
Consistent Wingbeat: A housefly (Musca domestica) beats its wings approximately 200 times per second (200 Hertz) during flight.
Frequency of the Note F: In acoustics and standard musical pitch, a frequency of around ~175 Hz to ~200 Hz falls into the range of the note F (specifically around the note F3).
Key of F Major: Because the frequency of its wing vibrations sits right at the note F, the resulting buzz naturally resonates in the key of F (F Major).
Fun Fact: You could theoretically tune a guitar string (specifically to the note F) just by matching the pitch of a housefly buzzing past you!
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