Physics 9702 · AS & A Level · Stationary waves

Stationary waves — practice question

A loudspeaker is positioned at the open end of a tube that is closed and contains powder. When the loudspeaker emits sound at frequency $1200\,\text{Hz}$, a stationary wave forms in the tube. The powder collects at the nodes of the stationary wave, as shown. The speed of sound in air is $336\,\text{m s}^{-1}$. What is the value of distance $x$?

  • A$28\,\text{cm}$
  • B$42\,\text{cm}$
  • C$84\,\text{cm}$
  • D$112\,\text{cm}$

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