Transverse Wave on a String

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Transverse Wave on a String

### Formula

$$v=\sqrt{\frac{T}{\mu}}$$

### Linear Density

$$\mu=\frac{m}{L}$$

### Terminologies

- T β†’ Tension in string.

- ΞΌ β†’ Linear mass density.

- m β†’ Mass of string.

- L β†’ Length of string.

### Conditions / Special Cases

- Increasing tension increases wave speed.

$$v\propto\sqrt T$$

### Usage

- Used in string vibration calculations.

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