The discussion focuses on the behavior of longitudinal waves in a spring fixed at both ends, specifically addressing the locations of nodes and antinodes. Nodes occur at points of minimal displacement, while antinodes are at points of maximum displacement. The relationship between compression and rarefaction is clarified, indicating that maximum compression coincides with maximum rarefaction over a complete cycle. This understanding is crucial for analyzing wave behavior in fixed systems.
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A node is where there is little or no displacement during a cycle, an antinode where the maximum displacement at that point is the maximum of anywhere. Since the ends are fixed, they will be ... which?Kai said:When a spring is fixed at both ends and it is vibrating back and forth, reflection will occur. So where are the nodes and antinodes? Are they at compression or rarefaction region?