The distance between two successive nodes in a stationary wave is 0.5 m. Calculate the wavelength of

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The distance between two successive nodes in a stationary wave is 0.5 m. Calculate the wavelength of the wave.

  1. 1.0 m ✓
  2. 0.5 m
  3. 1.5 m
  4. 2.0 m

Explanation

Step 1: Identify given values and what to find
Given: Distance between successive nodes = 0.5 m
Find: Wavelength λ

Step 2: Recall the relationship between node spacing and wavelength
The distance between two successive nodes equals half wavelength
Formula: Distance = λ/2

Step 3: Solve for wavelength
λ/2 = 0.5 m
λ = 2 × 0.5 = 1.0 m

Step 4: The answer is 1.0 m

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