1 - Transverse Waves on a String
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Practice Questions
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What is the definition of a transverse wave?
💡 Hint: Think about how the particles move compared to the wave direction.
What does the wave equation for a string describe?
💡 Hint: Recall the variables in the equation.
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What is the definition of a transverse wave?
💡 Hint: Think about the direction of particle movement relative to the wave's travel.
True or False: The wave speed on a string is independent of tension.
💡 Hint: Consider the formula relating tension to wave speed.
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Challenge Problems
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A transverse wave travels on a string with mass per length of 0.2 kg/m at a tension of 80 N. Determine the frequency of the third harmonic in a 1.5 m long string.
💡 Hint: Focus on the relationships between wave speed, tension, mass, and harmonic frequencies.
If a wave traveling in a string is reflected at a fixed boundary, what characteristics change, and how can you prove this mathematically?
💡 Hint: Consider how boundary conditions impact wave functions and observe the mathematical representation.
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