NEET Physics Wave Motion MCQ Question with Solution

In the diagram shown above, which part of the wave corresponds to the wavelength?

A

Distance from one crest to the next crest

B

Distance from one trough to the next trough

C

Distance from a crest to the adjacent trough

D

Vertical height from the crest to the equilibrium position

Correct Answer

Option A

Detailed Explanation

The wavelength is the minimum distance between two points having the same phase, such as between consecutive crests or troughs, as explained in Chunk 4.

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