A student generates a transverse wave using a rope secured to a tree, as depicted in the illustration.
Her teacher instructs her to modify the wave to exhibit a higher energy transfer. What options does the student have?
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Responses
She has the option to increase the frequency of the wave.
She has the option to increase the frequency of the wave.
She has the choice to reduce the amplitude of the wave.
She has the choice to reduce the amplitude of the wave.
She has the option to lower the frequency of the wave.
She has the option to lower the frequency of the wave.
She can extend the wavelength of the wave.
The correct options are:
- She has the option to increase the frequency of the wave.
- She has the choice to reduce the amplitude of the wave.
- She can extend the wavelength of the wave.
Increasing the frequency of the wave will increase the number of wave cycles per unit of time, leading to a higher rate of energy transfer.
Reducing the amplitude of the wave will decrease the maximum displacement of the wave from its equilibrium position, resulting in a lower amount of energy being transported.
Extending the wavelength of the wave will increase the distance between successive wave crests or troughs, allowing for a greater amount of energy to be transferred.