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Mechanical Waves and Sound

Question 1
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How would an increase in Planck's constant affect the period of oscillation for a standing wave on a string with fixed tension and linear density?

Question 2
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Assuming gravitational acceleration was somehow reduced globally while keeping other variables stable, predict how this alteration might impact standing wave patterns formed inside wind instruments?

Question 3
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Which harmonic corresponds to the first overtone in a pipe that is open at both ends?

Question 4
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In a lab experiment, a string is fixed at both ends; if the tension in the string is quadrupled, how does the fundamental frequency of the standing wave change?

Question 5
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How does changing tension in a vibrating guitar string affect its fundamental frequency?

Question 6
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In a standing wave experiment with strings fixed at both ends, what impact does doubling only the tension have upon the wave's speed?

Question 7
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If the tension in a guitar string is increased, what secondary effect would most significantly influence the frequency of the standing wave produced when it is plucked?

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Question 8
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What length should an open-ended tube have to resonate with a fundamental frequency of 440 Hz if the speed of sound is 352 m/s?

Question 9
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In a closed pipe, what type of wave interference occurs at the closed end where the air cannot move?

Question 10
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When changing from lightweight nylon strings to steel strings on a guitar without altering their length or tension, what would logically happen to the frequency of the standing waves produced?