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The speed of sound in air is 340 m/s at 15 °C. The temperature at which the speed rises to 350 m/s is about:

Answer: 32 C.

  • A 25 °C
  • B 32 °C
  • C 45 °C
  • D 18 °C

Correct answer: B. 32 °C

Explanation: v &prop; &radic;T(K): T = 288 &times; (350/340)<sup>2</sup> &asymp; 305 K &asymp; 32 &deg;C.

Standing Wave: Nodes and Antinodes (Open Pipe, 2nd Harmonic)nodenodenodeantinodeantinodeSolid and dashed lines show the string/air column at two instants - nodes never move

A standing wave forms from two identical waves travelling in opposite directions and interfering; nodes (always zero displacement) and antinodes (maximum displacement) stay fixed in place, unlike a travelling wave where the whole pattern moves.

Concept context

Wave types, superposition, standing waves, Doppler effect, and sound intensity.

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