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Superposition of Waves

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  • Superposition of Two Wave Pulses of Equal Amplitude and Same Phase Moving towards Each Other
  • Superposition of Two Wave Pulses of Equal Amplitude and Opposite Phases Moving towards Each Other
  • Amplitude of the Resultant Wave Produced due to Superposition of Two Waves
Maharashtra State Board: Class 11

Definition: Superposition of Waves

The phenomenon in which, when two or more waves arrive at a point simultaneously, each wave produces its own displacement independent of the other, and the resultant displacement at a point is the vector sum of the displacements due to the individual waves, is called superposition of waves.

Maharashtra State Board: Class 11

Law: Principle of Superposition of Waves

When two or more waves arrive at a point simultaneously, each wave produces its own displacement independent of the other. The resultant displacement at a point is the vector sum (algebraic sum) of the displacements due to the individual waves.

Maharashtra State Board: Class 11

Formula: Equation of Stationary Wave

y = 2A cos\[\left(\frac{2\pi x}{\lambda}\right)\sin(2\pi nt)\]

In terms of resultant amplitude R: y = R sin(2πnt)

where: R = 2A cos⁡\[\left(\frac{2\pi x}{\lambda}\right)\]

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