Physics 9702 · AS & A Level · Transverse and longitudinal waves

Transverse and longitudinal waves — practice question

A liquid carries high-frequency sound waves of frequency $2.0\,\text{MHz}$ at a speed of $2.0\,\text{km s}^{-1}$. What is the minimum separation between a compression and a rarefaction (expansion) in the liquid?

  • A$0.5\,\text{mm}$
  • B$1.0\,\text{mm}$
  • C$5.0\,\text{mm}$
  • D$10.0\,\text{mm}$

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