STANDARDPhysics-Waves
STANDARD Physics Transverse Waves MCQ Question
Type: MCQ-conceptual-Medium-Class 11
A transverse wave is represented by y = A sin(ωt-kx). For what value of the wavelength is the wave velocity equal to the maximum particle velocity?
A
πA/2
B
A
C
2πA
D
A
Correct Answer
Option C
Detailed Explanation
The wave velocity v = ω/k and the maximum particle velocity vₚ = Aω. Setting v = vₚ gives ω/k = Aω, leading to λ = 2πA.
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