Physics 9702 · AS & A Level · Stationary waves

Stationary waves — practice question

(a)[2]

Describe the conditions that must be satisfied for two waves to form a stationary wave.

(b(i))[1]

A stationary wave on a string contains nodes and antinodes. The distance from a node to the neighbouring antinode is $6.0\,\text{cm}$. State what is meant by a node.

(b(ii))[1]

Calculate the wavelength of the two waves forming the stationary wave.

(b(iii))[1]

State the phase difference between the particles at two adjacent antinodes of the stationary wave.

(b)

A stationary wave on a string includes nodes and antinodes. The gap between a node and the next antinode is $6.0\,\text{cm}$.

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