Physics 9702 · AS & A Level · Stationary waves

Stationary waves — practice question

(a)[3]

Use the principle of superposition to explain how a stationary wave is formed.

(b)[3]

Describe an experiment to find the wavelength of sound in air using stationary waves. Include a diagram of the apparatus in your answer.

(c(i))[1]

On the $x$-axis of Fig. 6.1, show the positions of all the nodes and antinodes of the stationary wave. Label the nodes $N$ and the antinodes $A$.

(c(ii))[3]

The speed of sound in air is $340\,\text{m s}^{-1}$. Use Fig. 6.1 to find the frequency of the sound wave.

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