The strings in musical instruments that have greater mass tend to produce notes of
A)higher frequency.
B)lower frequency.
C)the same frequency.
D)none of the above

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The frequency of a string depends on its tension, length, and mass per unit length. The mass of the string affects the frequency inversely, meaning that greater mass will produce lower frequency notes. This is why the bass strings on a guitar or the low notes on a piano have thicker and heavier strings compared to the higher notes.

The Strings in Musical Instruments That Have Greater Mass Tend