Transverse Wave
y(x,t) = A sin(kx − ωt) — particles oscillate ⟂.
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Complete revision notes and formulas for Waves (Class 11). Curated for JEE, NEET, AP Physics, SAT, and CUET. Tap any topic to open the live simulation and full PYQ set.
y(x,t) = A sin(kx − ωt) — particles oscillate ⟂.
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Compressions / rarefactions along propagation.
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Pulse moves at speed v across the medium.
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v = fλ — see λ marker on the wave.
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v = √(T/μ).
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Constructive vs destructive at φ = 0° / 180°.
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λ_n = 2L/n — nodes & antinodes.
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Highlighted N and A on a vibrating string.
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Concentric wavefronts from a point source.
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Air vs water vs steel vs diamond.
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Pitch shifts as source approaches/recedes.
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Observer's motion changes perceived frequency.
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f' = f(v±v_o)/(v∓v_s).
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f_n = nv/2L — first 6 harmonics.
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Open: nv/2L. Closed: (2n−1)v/4L.
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P = ½μvω²A² — power along a string.
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φ = (2π/λ) Δx — visualize phase vs path.
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Waves on sciphylab (also known as SciPhy, SciPhy Lab, SciPhy Labs). Free physics revision for Class 11, JEE Mains, JEE Advanced, NEET UG, AP Physics 1/2/C, SAT Subject Physics, and CUET-UG.