What is a key requirement for the formation of transverse standing waves on a string?
Standing Waves and Harmonics

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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
The string must be plucked with a specific force.
The waves must have integer numbers of half wavelengths.
The waves must travel in only one direction.
The string must be made of metal.
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
In a standing wave, what is the term for the point where the amplitude is zero?
Crest
Anti-node
Node
Trough
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How can two-dimensional standing waves be visualized?
By using a magnifying glass
By using a strobe light
By placing sand on a vibrating surface
By observing water ripples
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What musical interval is produced by doubling the frequency of the first harmonic?
An octave
A fourth
A third
A fifth
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Why do certain combinations of nodes in standing waves sound pleasant?
They depend on the temperature of the environment.
They are random occurrences.
They are based on the harmonics of standing waves.
They are influenced by the material of the string.
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