MCQ
What is the phase difference between the displacement wave and pressure wave in sound wave?
  • A
    Zero 
  • $\frac{\pi}{2}$
  • C
    $\pi$
  • D
    $\frac{\pi}{4}$

Answer

Correct option: B.
$\frac{\pi}{2}$
b
(b)

Phase difference between the pressure and displacement wave will always be $\frac{\pi}{2}$.

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