Superposition & Standing Waves
Principle of superposition — constructive, destructive, standing waves
⊕ Superposition
≈ Standing Wave
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Principle of Superposition
When two waves meet, the resultant displacement equals the sum of the individual displacements.
Adjust the phase difference to move between constructive and destructive interference.
y = y₁ + y₂
Amplitude A
0.7 m
Frequency f
0.7 Hz
Phase difference
0°
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