The discussion revolves around the behavior of transverse waves, specifically focusing on energy loss over time and the reasons behind particles returning to their equilibrium positions. Participants explore the dynamics of oscillatory motion in systems like mass-spring models and water waves.
Some participants express confusion regarding energy loss in transverse waves and seek clarification. Others draw parallels between different types of waves and oscillatory systems, suggesting that there are productive lines of inquiry being explored, though no consensus has been reached.
Participants are operating under the constraints of homework guidelines, which may limit the depth of discussion or the types of solutions considered. The nature of energy loss and the behavior of particles in oscillatory systems are central themes under examination.
primarygun said:There will be no waves for the transerve wave any more after a period of time, why?
Disturbance is added, it starts to move. Where does the energy lose?
Why do the particles always try to archieve at their equilibrium level(position)?
primarygun said:I can understand the energy loss in longitudinal wave but not transverse wave.
Please explain it to me.
Water wave can be transerve wave and longitudinal wave, right?
What happens if the energy is not totally lost? It rebounds?
Why do the particles always try to archieve at their equilibrium level(position)?