The density of aluminum is 2700 kg/m3. If transverse waves propagate at 34 m/s in a 4.6-mm diameter aluminum wire, what is the tension on the wire?
A) 52 N
B) 31 N
C) 42 N
D) 62 N

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The tension in the wire can be calculated using the formula for the speed of transverse waves: v = sqrt(T/μ), where μ is the linear mass density (mass per unit length). First, calculate μ using the density and cross-sectional area of the wire, then solve for T using the given wave speed.

The Density of Aluminum Is 2700 Kg/m3