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The wavelength of stationary waves formed on a vibrating string depends on the length of the string and the number of loops (also known as nodes) formed by the vibrating string.

In general, the wavelength (λ) of a stationary wave on a string is given by the formula:

λ = 2L/n

where L is the length of the string and n is the number of loops.

Let's consider an example: If a string of length L vibrates and forms 3 loops (n = 3), then the wavelength of the stationary wave on that string would be:

λ = 2L/n = 2L/3

So, the wavelength would be two-thirds (2/3) of the string length.

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