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Stringed Instruments Concept

Demonstrations in Stringed Instruments

Violin with bow resting on gray surface

Violin

A violin demonstrates standing waves on vibrating strings. Students observe how tension, length, and linear mass density determine fundamental frequency and overtones when strings are bowed or plucked.

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