How Does Tightening a Guitar String Affect Its Frequency?

In summary, the conversation is about a problem involving a tuning fork and a guitar string. The original beat frequency heard is 3 Hz, but after tightening the string, it decreases to 2 Hz. The question is asking for the new frequency of the guitar string and for an explanation of the reasoning. The person seeking help is reminded to put in effort and provide information about the problem, while another person expresses confidence in finding the answer.
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[SOLVED] Assignment Question Help! - Tuning Fork/ frequency

I've talked to numerous people who can not figure out this question, so if anyone has any ideas on how to do this question please help me!:confused:

A tuning fork is struck and held next to a vibrating guitar string, and beats of frequency 3 Hz are heard. The guitar string is tightened slightly, and the beat frequency decreases to 2 Hz. What is the new frequency of the guitar string? Explain your reasoning.
 
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If you want help you need to put some effort into the problem. Those are the rules. So, tell me something about the problem. What concepts apply? What formulas apply?
 
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I think i almost have it, ill msg back when i get an answer
 
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Cool! Good Luck.
 

1. What is a tuning fork and how does it work?

A tuning fork is a small, metal instrument that produces a specific musical pitch when struck. It works by creating vibrations at a specific frequency, which is determined by the size and shape of the fork. When struck, the two prongs of the fork vibrate back and forth, creating sound waves that travel through the air.

2. How is frequency related to a tuning fork?

Frequency refers to the number of vibrations or cycles per second that a tuning fork produces. Each tuning fork is designed to produce a specific frequency, which determines the pitch of the sound it creates. The higher the frequency, the higher the pitch of the sound produced by the tuning fork.

3. What are some common uses for tuning forks?

Tuning forks have a variety of uses in different fields. In music, they are used to tune instruments and to create harmonies. In medicine, they are used to test a person's hearing or to assess nerve function. They are also commonly used in physics and engineering to demonstrate concepts related to sound waves and frequency.

4. How do you calculate the frequency of a tuning fork?

The frequency of a tuning fork can be calculated using the formula f = 1/T, where f is the frequency and T is the period (the time it takes for the tuning fork to complete one full vibration cycle). The period can be measured using a stopwatch, and then the frequency can be calculated using this formula.

5. Can the frequency of a tuning fork be changed?

The frequency of a tuning fork is determined by its size and shape, so it cannot be changed once it is created. However, the pitch of the sound produced by a tuning fork can be altered by changing the length or tension of the prongs, which changes the frequency at which they vibrate. This is commonly done in music to tune instruments to different pitches.

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