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The U-shaped bars in a tuning fork are called as _______.


A

Forks

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Stems

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C

Prongs

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Tuners

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Solution

The correct option is C

Prongs


The U-shaped bars in a tuning fork are called as prongs, it resonates at a specific constant pitch when set vibrating by striking it against a surface or with an object, and emits a pure musical tone after waiting a moment to allow some high overtones to die out.


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