Practice - DISPLACEMENT RELATION IN A PROGRESSIVE WAVE
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Practice Questions
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Define amplitude in the context of a progressive wave.
💡 Hint: Think about how far particles move from a resting position.
What does the phase of a wave describe?
💡 Hint: Consider how phases determine wave positioning.
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Interactive Quizzes
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What does the term 'amplitude' refer to in a wave?
💡 Hint: Remember it describes how 'big' the wave is at its highest point.
True or False: The wavelength is the total length of a wave cycle.
💡 Hint: Think of it as the repeatable segment of the wave.
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A wave is described by y(x, t) = 0.2 sin(3x - 5t). What is the speed of this wave?
💡 Hint: Use the relationship v = ω/k to find the speed.
If a wave has a wavelength of 1.5 m and frequency of 2 Hz, what is its speed?
💡 Hint: Identify the terms in the wave equation to calculate speed.
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