NEET Physics Wave Motion MCQ Question with Solution

The phase difference between oscillatory motion of two points separated by a distance of $\frac{\lambda}{2}$ is (where $\lambda$ is the wavelength)

A

$\frac{\pi}{2}$

B

$\pi$

C

$\frac{3\pi}{2}$

D

$2\pi$

Correct Answer

Option B

Detailed Explanation

The phase difference for a distance of half the wavelength is $\pi$ radians, as the wave completes half a cycle.

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