Wave Mechanics Question 693

Question: The distance between the nearest node and antinode in a stationary wave is

[MP PET 1984; CBSE PMT 1993; AFMC 1996; RPET 2002]

Options:

A) l

B) $ \frac{\lambda }{2} $

C) $ \frac{\lambda }{4} $

D) 2l

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Answer:

Correct Answer: C

Solution:

The distance between the nearest node and antinode in a stationary wave is $ \frac{\lambda }{4} $