Physics 9702 · AS & A Level · Stationary waves

Stationary waves — practice question

(a)[2]

A progressive wave carries energy. A stationary wave does not carry energy. State two other differences between progressive waves and stationary waves.

(b(i))[2]

On Fig. 5.1, sketch a line to show the string’s position at $t = 5.0\,\text{ms}$.

(b(ii))[1]

State the phase difference between the particles on the string at $x = 0.40\,\text{m}$ and at $x = 0.80\,\text{m}$.

(b(iii))[2]

State and explain how the kinetic energy of a particle at an antinode changes between $t = 0$ and $t = 5.0\,\text{ms}$. A numerical value is not required.

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This 7-mark question has a full step-by-step worked solution and mark scheme. One marking point: progressive: every particle has the same amplitude; stationary: amplitude changes from zero to maximum at nodes and antinodes OR no nodes or antinodes

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