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Chapter 15, Problem 7DQ(choose chapter or problem)
Problem 7DQ
Is it possible to have a longitudinal wave on a stretched string? Why or why not? Is it possible to have a transverse wave on a steel rod? Again, why or why not? If your answer is yes in either case, explain how you would create such a wave.
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QUESTION:
Problem 7DQ
Is it possible to have a longitudinal wave on a stretched string? Why or why not? Is it possible to have a transverse wave on a steel rod? Again, why or why not? If your answer is yes in either case, explain how you would create such a wave.
ANSWER:Solution 7DQ
Introduction
We have to discuss if it is possible to produce longitudinal wave in stretched string and transverse wave in stil rod. We also have to discuss how can we produce such wave.
Step 1
No, it is not possible to produce to longitudinal wave in stretched string. That is because it is almost impossible to compress the string along its length. It will bend and produce the transverse wave.