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Practice Questions
Test your understanding with targeted questions related to the topic.
Question 1
Easy
What are the factors affecting the speed of a transverse wave on a string?
π‘ Hint: Think about what conditions allow waves to travel.
Question 2
Easy
Which has a greater impact on the speed of a wave: high tension or high mass?
π‘ Hint: Consider how tension and mass connect to wave propagation.
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Interactive Quizzes
Engage in quick quizzes to reinforce what you've learned and check your comprehension.
Question 1
Which of the following factors does NOT affect the speed of a transverse wave on a string?
- Tension
- Frequency
- Mass Density
π‘ Hint: What independent factors influence wave propagation?
Question 2
True or False: Increasing the mass density of a string will increase the speed of the wave.
- True
- False
π‘ Hint: Consider how mass and speed interact.
Solve and get performance evaluation
Challenge Problems
Push your limits with challenges.
Question 1
A wire of length 5 m has a mass of 0.1 kg and is under a tension of 200 N. Calculate the speed of a transverse wave and explain each step.
π‘ Hint: What first do you need to calculate before applying the wave speed formula?
Question 2
If the tension in a stretched string is quadrupled, how would the wave speed change? Prove your answer mathematically.
π‘ Hint: How does squaring affect your variables when adjusting tension?
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