3. How could we explain harmonics as it relates to a piano?

Question

a, The piano is big and plays music.

b. The wire vibrates creating softer notes called harmonics.

c. The wires all vibrate together at different frequencies.

d. The keys strike the wires making the piano and percussion instrument.

Answer 1

c. The wires all vibrate together at different frequencies.

Harmonics on a piano occur when the strings are struck or plucked, causing them to vibrate at their fundamental frequency as well as multiples of that frequency called harmonics. These harmonics create the rich, full sound of a piano.