Physics 9702 · AS & A Level · Stationary waves

Stationary waves — practice question

A stationary sound wave is produced in a measuring cylinder by blowing across the top, as shown. Which statement is correct?

  • AThe fundamental frequency of the stationary wave decreases when some water is added to the cylinder.
  • BThe stationary wave in the cylinder is caused by the superposition of two waves moving in opposite directions.
  • CThe stationary wave in the cylinder is polarised.
  • DThe stationary wave will have an antinode at the bottom of the cylinder.

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