NEET2022Physics-Waves

NEET 2022 Physics Wave Speed on Strings MCQ Question

Type: MCQ-conceptual-Easy-Class 11

If the initial tension on a stretched string is doubled, then the ratio of the initial and final speeds of a transverse wave along the string is:

A

1 : √2

B

1 : 2

C

1 : 1

D

√2 : 1

Correct Answer

Option A

Detailed Explanation

The speed of a wave on a string is proportional to the square root of the tension. Doubling the tension increases the speed by a factor of √2.

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