Practice Harmonic Wave Solution - 1.3 | Non-Dispersive Transverse and Longitudinal Waves in 1D & Introduction to Dispersion | Physics-II(Optics & Waves)
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Practice Questions

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Question 1

Easy

Define amplitude in the context of wave motion.

πŸ’‘ Hint: Think about the highest point a wave reaches.

Question 2

Easy

What is the formula for wave speed?

πŸ’‘ Hint: Consider how frequency and wavelength relate to speed.

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Interactive Quizzes

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Question 1

What is the wave equation for harmonic motion?

πŸ’‘ Hint: Think of the basic wave equation and its components.

Question 2

True or False: The wave speed decreases with an increase in wavelength.

  • True
  • False

πŸ’‘ Hint: Consider how wavelength is defined.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

A harmonic wave is described by the function y(x,t) = 3 sin(4x - 2t + Ο€/3). Determine its wave speed, wave number, and frequency.

πŸ’‘ Hint: Break down the components from the wave equation to find the necessary values.

Question 2

If a wave has a wavelength of 5 m and a wave speed of 10 m/s, what is its frequency?

πŸ’‘ Hint: Think about how to rearrange the speed equation to isolate frequency.

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