Wave Superposition

What is the superposition of waves?

• when a single wave splits into two different waves at a point
• when two waves combine at the same place at the same time

What property of this wave is represented by the letter "A"

• amplitude

• crest

• trough

• wavelength

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According to superposition, which choice best describes what occurs when the waves pictured pass over one another?

• A

• B

• C

• D

Answer explanation

The two waves have positive amplitudes and will constructively interfere as they pass over each other.

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According to superposition, which choice best describes what occurs when the waves pictured pass over one another?

• A

• B

• C

• D

Answer explanation

The two waves are in phase with one another and will constructively interfere.

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According to superposition, which choice best describes what occurs when the waves pictured pass over one another?

• A

• B

• C

• D

Answer explanation

The two waves are opposites and will destructively interfere.

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If two overlapping waves are in-phase, the resultant wave will have ______ compared to the two waves.

• Greater amplitude
• Greater frequency
• Greater wavelength
• Greater wave speed

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The highest part of a transverse wave is

• the crest

• the trough

• the wave point

• the hotel transylvania

The lowest part of a transverse wave are the

• crests

• troughs

• wave points

• low nodules

How often a wave occurs is the wave's

• frequency

• amplitude

• wavelength

• velocity

What is the amplitude of this wave?

• 3

• -3

• 6

• 4

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