12 - Waves 2 Flashcards
1
Q
What does it mean when two waves are Coherent?
A
Two waves are said to be ‘coherent’ when they have the same frequency and the same constant phase difference.
2
Q
What does it mean when two waves are in antiphase?
A
When the phase difference between two waves is 180 degrees or π radians.
3
Q
What does it mean when two waves are in phase?
A
When the phase difference between two waves is 0 degrees or 0 radians.
4
Q
What is 360° in radians?
A
2π rad
