why do you think tightening a violin string makes sound higher?

Question

i want the explanation regarding science

i want the explanation regarding science behind this

Answer 1

The speed of waves along the string is proportional to the square root of the tension divided by the weight/length.  The faster the waves move, the higher the frequency of the resonances (where the string is a multiple of 1/2 wavelength long).

Answer 2

You now have a tautology, a memorized formula, an assurance that the best minds consider it true, and two wrong answers. I'll give you a qualitative answer.

Tightening the string increases its tensile force. Than means the force required to pluck it a given distance (ie the restoring force) is greater. When released, then, it returns faster and, thereafter, vibrates back and forth faster. Think of it as a spring, where you've increased the spring constant. Sound pitch is defined by its vibration frequency.

Answer 3

Hi its not thinking. its a fact.

Why? a loose string do not vibrate as much a tightened string.

Sound of violine is the sound produced by the vibration of the string.

hence high / loud sound from a tightened string

Answer 4

As the string gets tighter, the amount of fluctuation decreases. Thus increasing the speed of the vibration, causing the higher pitch.

Answer 5

The tighter the string, the faster it vibrates.

Answer 6

When string is tightened the molecules r arranged in straight line in a string hence it is easier for wave to propogate,as wave doesnt propogate in curved nature.

Answer 7

Because of high tension created by strings

Answer 8

U testing me? The tension increases . So, frequency increases as sq. root of tension.

Answer 9

That depends how you want the sound

Answer 10

it is a proven fact .by scientists.best regards ..freddy.......