Standing Waves: Amplitude, Nodes, and Energy

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Two waves with differing amplitudes traveling in opposite directions will not produce standing waves. Standing waves require equal amplitudes for proper interference, resulting in nodes and antinodes. If the amplitudes are unequal, the resulting wave pattern will not exhibit the characteristics of a true standing wave. Energy is not effectively transported in this scenario, as the wave interaction does not create a stable standing wave formation. Understanding these principles is crucial for analyzing wave behavior in various mediums.
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If two waves differ only in amplitude and are propagated in opposite directions through a medium, will they produce standing waves. Is energy transported?


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About the first part i think they do produce standing waves in which there are no nodes but there are maximum and minimum values of amplitude...I don't know if this is exactly a standing wave and is enrgy transported?
 
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No, they will not produce standing waves if the amplitudes are different. Take a look at this http://faculty.uml.edu/cbaird/95.658(2011)/Standing_Wave.zip" I wrote.
 
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