The equation for a progressive simple harmonic wave moving in the positive direction of x may be expressed in the form y = asin2π (bt - cx) where t represents the time. Justify this equation. (Do that by explaining why the umderlined phrases have been attributed to the equation). Explain the significance of the constants a, b & c What is the significance of the ratio b/c State the significance of the product 2πab.

The equation for a progressive simple harmonic wave moving in the positive direction of x may be expressed in the form y = asin2π (bt - cx) where t represents the time. Justify this equation. (Do that by explaining why the umderlined phrases have been attributed to the equation). Explain the significance of the constants a, b & c What is the significance of the ratio b/c State the significance of the product 2πab.

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Chapter16: Waves

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