Standing Waves Summative Flashcards
What is a standing wave?
a vibration of a system in which some particular points remain fixed while others between them vibrate with the maximum amplitude.
What is a node?
Parts of a wave that remain fixed and do not move
What is an antinode?
Parts of a wave that form bumps and move
What is the amplitude?
The maximum height of the equilibrium
What is the equilibrium of a standing wave?
The position of the wave in the middle
What is the formula to find wavelength?
λ=(length of rope/Harmonic #) x 2
What does λ(upside down y) stand for?
Wavelength
How do you find the frequency in a problem?
f = v/λ (frequency equal velocity divided by wavelength)
Fill in the Blank: The number of _______ is equal to the Harmonic Number.
Antinodes (bumps)
What does one wavelength equal?
One wavelength equals two antinodes down and back up
What does t (time) equal?
The period
What is wavelength measured in?
Meters
