[2] Strings and Springs

This really isn't all that causes sound but it is the simplest explanation of why sound comes from strings/springs.

When related to springs, string Amperage would how large the peaks of the waves are and frequency would be how

many times the wave vibrated in a given period (Wikipedia). Much like springs, strings convert their amperage and

frequency into energy only strings convert this energy in to sound, which must happen in order to maintain the

conservation of energy (McNeil).

The picture to the right shows string with different masses and varying

frequencies. Also the is a lot of similarity between these strings and the path that

springs follow on a sin plot (left).

Stringed instruments use strings that are anchored at two ends causing there to be quite a bit of tension

on the strings; which are either plucked, struck or bowed to make sound. But why is it that these techniques

work, what is it that causes the strings to make sound?