Physics HL
Physics HL
5
Chapters
329
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Theme A - Space, Time & Motion
Theme A - Space, Time & Motion
Theme B - The Particulate Nature Of Matter
Theme B - The Particulate Nature Of Matter
Theme C - Wave Behaviour
Theme C - Wave Behaviour
Theme D - Fields
Theme D - Fields
Theme E - Nuclear & Quantum Physics
Theme E - Nuclear & Quantum Physics
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Theme C - Wave Behaviour
Physics HL
Physics HL

Theme C - Wave Behaviour

Understanding String Harmonics: The Physics Behind Music

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691 words
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4 mins read
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Last edited on 5th Nov 2024

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Hello there! Ready to jam out on the physics of strings? Let's tune in!

Understanding pitch & string instruments 🎻

  • Fundamental Concept
    • The pitch of a note on a stringed instrument is influenced by
      • The length of the string 📏
      • The tension in the string 🌀
  • Tuning Instruments
    • The main way to get the right note or "tune" an instrument is by adjusting the tension.
    • Musicians play individual notes by adjusting the lengths of the strings.

Real-World Example 🌍

Think of a guitar. When you twist the tuning pegs, you're adjusting the tension in the strings to get the right sound. When you press down on a fret, you're changing the length of the string that's vibrating!

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Theme C - Wave Behaviour
Physics HL
Physics HL

Theme C - Wave Behaviour

Understanding String Harmonics: The Physics Behind Music

Word Count Emoji
691 words
Reading Time Emoji
4 mins read
Updated at Emoji
Last edited on 5th Nov 2024

Table of content

Hello there! Ready to jam out on the physics of strings? Let's tune in!

Understanding pitch & string instruments 🎻

  • Fundamental Concept
    • The pitch of a note on a stringed instrument is influenced by
      • The length of the string 📏
      • The tension in the string 🌀
  • Tuning Instruments
    • The main way to get the right note or "tune" an instrument is by adjusting the tension.
    • Musicians play individual notes by adjusting the lengths of the strings.

Real-World Example 🌍

Think of a guitar. When you twist the tuning pegs, you're adjusting the tension in the strings to get the right sound. When you press down on a fret, you're changing the length of the string that's vibrating!

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Dive deeper and gain exclusive access to premium files of Physics HL. Subscribe now and get closer to that 45 🌟

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