Calculating Wave Speed in a String: Formula and Step-by-Step Guide

[Joza]

I am trying to find the speed of propagation of a transverse wave in a string.

Speed = wavelength times frequency.

I have the period, .075s, so 1 over T is the frequency.
I have the distance between 2 ADJACENT antinodes, which is .15m (Is this the wavelength?)

Could someone work out the speed so I can double check?

 

[Kurdt]

Two adjacent antinodes are half a wavelength apart.

 

[ogb p]

I would like to commend you for taking the initiative to calculate the wave speed in a string. It is important to understand the properties and behavior of waves in various mediums.

To answer your question, yes, the distance between two adjacent antinodes is indeed the wavelength. In order to calculate the wave speed, we can use the formula v = λf, where v is the wave speed, λ is the wavelength, and f is the frequency.

In your case, the frequency can be calculated as 1/T, where T is the period. Substituting the values, we get v = 0.15m * (1/0.075s) = 2m/s.

I hope this helps you in double checking your calculations. Keep up the good work in exploring the world of science and understanding the fundamental principles behind natural phenomena. Best of luck in your future endeavors!