Wave Types Flashcards
1
Q
Types of longitudinal waves
A
1.sound waves
2.seismic p-wave
3.ultrasonic waves
4.shock waves
5.pressure waves
6.acoustic waves in fluid
2
Q
Types of transverse waves
A
1.light waves
2.water waves
2.seismic s-waves
3.string waves
4.electromagnetic waves
5.polarized waves
3
Q
1st harmonic wavelength formula
A
λ/2=L
4
Q
2nd harmonic formula
A
λ=L
5
Q
3rd harmonic formula
A
3/2 λ =L
6
Q
4th harmonic formula
A
2 λ=L
7
Q
Define fundamental frequency
A
Frequency at which simplest stationary wave forms on string
8
Q
Examples of standing waves
A
- Guitar
- Flute
- Engineering
- Concert halls
