The distance between two consecutive nodes of an incident wave is 2 m. If the frequency of the wave is 50 Hz, then the speed of this wave is
Correct answer: D. 200 m/s
- A. 25 m/s
- B. 50 m/s
- C. 100 m/s
- D. 200 m/s
Explanation
* Understanding the relationship between nodes and wavelength: The distance between two consecutive nodes of a wave is equal to half a wavelength (λ/2).* Given: Distance between two consecutive nodes = 2 m* Therefore, λ/2 = 2 m* So, the wavelength (λ) = 2 m * 2 = 4 m* Given Frequency:* Frequency (f) = 50 Hz* Calculating the speed of the wave: The speed of a wave (v) is calculated using the formula: v = f × λ* v = 50 Hz × 4 m* v = 200 m/s
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