The third harmonic will have 3/2 λ = L and λ = 2/3 L
f = v/λ = v/(2/3 L) = 3/2 v/L (You can plug into this equation)
This frequency is 3f1 where f1 is the 1st harmonic or fundamental (f1 = v/(2L))
Natalie B.
asked 04/28/22What is the third harmonic frequency of a 1.73 m string fixed at both ends that has a wave speed of 212 m/s?
The third harmonic will have 3/2 λ = L and λ = 2/3 L
f = v/λ = v/(2/3 L) = 3/2 v/L (You can plug into this equation)
This frequency is 3f1 where f1 is the 1st harmonic or fundamental (f1 = v/(2L))
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