Physics (AS & A Level) · Oct / Nov 2023 · Paper 13 · Question 25
9702Stationary waves
Which statement concerning a stationary wave is correct?
- AAll the particles between two adjacent nodes oscillate in phase.
- BThe amplitude of the stationary wave is equal to the amplitude of one of the waves creating it.
- CThe wavelength of the stationary wave is equal to the separation of two adjacent nodes.
- DThere is no displacement of a particle at an antinode at any time.
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Correct answer: A. All the particles between two adjacent nodes oscillate in phase.
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