Frequency for Standing Waves on A String
In this program you will be presented with a string this is being placed under tension by an hanging mass. Your job is to figure out the frequency needed to create the desired harmonic in your string. You will be told the length of the string, the mass of the string, the mass on the string and the harmonic you are trying to create. Your job is to pick the proper frequency to achieve the desired standing wave.
When you are ready to start the problem, click on the Begin button and when you have finished collecting data hit End to submit your results.
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