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What happens to frequency when tension in a vibrating string increases?

Frequency increases

What effect does increasing string length have on vibration frequency?

Decreases frequency

Which tuning fork should you start with in this experiment?

Lowest frequency available

How do you detect resonance in this experiment?

Significant volume increase

What is μ\mu in the stretched string formula?

Linear mass density in kg m⁻¹

How is linear mass density calculated?

Total mass / total length

What equipment measures the tension in the wire?

Newton balance

What type of error occurs from measurement uncertainty with a metre stick?

Random error

Why must you wear safety glasses during this experiment?

Wire can snap unexpectedly

What should the newton balance read before starting the experiment?

Zero when no tension applied

What is measured between the two bridges on the sonometer?

Vibrating length

How can systematic errors be minimised?

Proper equipment calibration

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