How Does Wave Propagation Behave at the Junction of Iron and Copper Strings?

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When a wave is triggered in the iron string, it travels to the junction with the copper string, where several factors influence its behavior. The tension remains constant across both strings, and the wave amplitude must remain the same at the boundary due to the shared connection. Energy conservation is crucial, meaning the energy of the wave must be maintained as it transitions between the two materials. The frequency of the wave will also remain unchanged during this process. When a wave is initiated in the copper string, similar principles apply, and reflection at the boundary must be considered.
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i have a question regarding wave propagation in a string

suppose two strings of ,one of iron and other of copper are tied to each other at one end . the free end s of both are connected to the wall .

now a wave triggered in iron string , what happens ?
it moves through the the length of iron string and reaches the boundary point .

there are 4 things to be considered
1)
tension is same through out the combined string
2)
the boundary point is common to both the strings so wave amplitude must remain same as the wave passes through the boundary . (i have a doubt at this point )

3) energy must be conserved

4) frequency must remain same

what happens??
and what happens when a wave is triggered in copper string?
 
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Consider reflection at the boundary.
 
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