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Standing waves & resonance

Physics · Oscillations & waves

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About this practice set

Standing waves & resonance is a Physics quiz (Oscillations & waves) with 21 multiple-choice questions. Pick an answer and read the explanation that follows.

What you will be asked

  • A standing wave is formed by two waves:
  • Points of zero displacement in a standing wave are called:
  • Points of maximum displacement in a standing wave are:
  • Resonance occurs when driving frequency matches:
  • A guitar string produces a fundamental frequency at:
  • A string of length 0.6 m is fixed at both ends and vibrates in its harmonic number 6. What is the wavelength of the standing wave?
  • A string fixed at both ends vibrates in harmonic number 3. How many nodes does the pattern have, counting the two fixed ends?
  • On a string fixed at both ends, what is the ratio of the frequency of harmonic number 4 to the frequency of harmonic number 7? Give it as 4:7-style (smaller harmonic first).

…and 13 more.