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Why are strings of different thicknesses and materials used in a sitar or some other such instruments? |
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Answer» The linear density of a string, m = πr2p, where r is the radius of cross section of the string and p is the mass density of its material. By the law of mass of a vibrating string, the frequency of vibrations n of the string is inversely proportional to √m. Therefore, n ∝ 1/r and n ∝ \(\frac 1{\sqrt\mu}\). Hence, the strings of different thicknesses and materials in a stringed musical instrument like sitar can be set to different scales |
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