Pitch discrimination is the ability to perceive differences in the frequency of sounds. It allows individuals to distinguish between various musical notes or spoken words. This skill is essential for activities like music appreciation, language comprehension, and effective communication. The human ear can detect small changes in pitch, typically around 1 to 2 percent of the frequency. Factors such as age, hearing ability, and exposure to music can influence a person's pitch discrimination skills. Enhanced pitch discrimination is often found in musicians, who train their ears to recognize subtle variations in sound.