4.1 - Formation of Standing Waves
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Practice Questions
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Define standing waves.
💡 Hint: Think about how wave interference works.
What are nodes?
💡 Hint: Where is the wave still?
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What creates a standing wave?
💡 Hint: Think about how waves interact.
True or False: In standing waves, all points oscillate with the same amplitude.
💡 Hint: Think about nodes and antinodes.
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Suppose a string fixed at both ends vibrates to form standing waves. If the frequency of the wave is increased, describe how the number of nodes and antinodes changes.
💡 Hint: Think about fitting more waves into the same space.
Explain how standing waves could impact the design of a bridge. How would engineers mitigate issues caused by resonance?
💡 Hint: Consider how bridges interact with wind and movement.
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