Superposition Flashcards
1
Q
What is superposition?
A
The net displacement of the medium at any point is simply the sum of the individual wave displacement.
2
Q
What happens at the point of overlap if both waves have the same sign displacement?
A
Constructive interference will occur (bigger wave)
3
Q
What happens if one wave has a positive displacement and the other has a negative displacement?
A
Destructive interference will occur (smaller wave)
