Angle Maxima and nodes and antinodes

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The discussion revolves around understanding the concepts of nodes and antinodes in the context of wave interference, specifically related to the equation dsin(θ) = λm. Participants are exploring how to visualize and represent these concepts in relation to a problem involving angles and path differences.

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  • The original poster attempts to calculate angles related to wave interference and seeks clarification on how to draw and understand nodes and antinodes. Other participants question how to demonstrate the creation of nodes and antinodes and discuss the conditions related to path differences.

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Participants are referencing a diagram and textbook material, indicating potential gaps in information regarding the visual representation of nodes and antinodes. The original poster expresses difficulty in finding relevant explanations in their textbook.

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Homework Statement


I have attached the problem...


Homework Equations



dsin([itex]\theta[/itex]) = [itex]\lambda[/itex]m

The Attempt at a Solution



(0.00003m)(sin([itex]\theta[/itex])) = (0.000000550m)(2) ------------> 2.10o
(0.00003m)(sin([itex]\theta[/itex])) = (0.000000550m)(3) ------------> 3.15o


I looked through my textbook, but the only piece that I could find about nodes/anti-nodes was the diagram that I attached. Can someone explain how I draw them/what they are?

THANKS SO MUCH!
 

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Thanks!
But how would I show how the nodes and anti-nodes are created?
 
for wavelength λ, it's an anti-node if the path difference is … ? :smile:
 

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