The Speed of a transverse wave

In summary, the conversation discusses the properties of a copper wire, including its cross sectional area, linear density, and temperature. The speed of a transverse wave on the wire is given, along with the coefficients of linear expansion and Young's modulus for copper. The question asks for the speed of the wave when the temperature is lowered by 14 degrees Celsius. The solution involves using equations (1), (2), and (3) to find the change in temperature (∆T) and then substituting it into the formula for wave speed.
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A copper wire, whose cross sectional area is 1.1 x 10 ^ -6 m^2, has a linear density of 7.0 x 10^-3 Kg/m and is strung between two walls. At the ambient temperature, a transverse wave travels with a speed of 46 m/s on this wire. The coefficient of linear expansion for copper is 17 x 10^-6 , and Youngs modulus for copper is 1.1 x 10^11 N/m^2. What will be the speed of the wave when the temperature is lowered by 14 C?


v = √(F/(m⁄L)) (1)
F = Y(∆L/L0)A (2)
∆L = α.L0.∆T ⇒ ∆L/L0 = α.∆T (3)



A = 1.1 x 10^-6 m^2
m/L = 7 x 10^-3 Kg/m
α = 17 x 10^-6
Y = 1.1 x 10^11 N/m^2
v = 46 m/s




We can write formula (1) such this:

v = √((Y.α.∆T.A)/(m/L))

and now substitute all the variables in the above formula for finding ∆T.
But now I don't know what do I have to do, ∆T2 to find the speed of the wave.
 
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Please somebody answer my question
 

What is the speed of a transverse wave?

The speed of a transverse wave is the rate at which the wave travels through a medium. It is measured in meters per second (m/s).

How is the speed of a transverse wave calculated?

The speed of a transverse wave can be calculated by multiplying the wavelength (λ) of the wave by its frequency (f). This can be represented by the equation v = λf, where v is the speed, λ is the wavelength, and f is the frequency.

Does the speed of a transverse wave depend on the medium it travels through?

Yes, the speed of a transverse wave is affected by the properties of the medium it travels through, such as density, elasticity, and temperature. In general, waves travel faster through denser and more elastic mediums.

Can the speed of a transverse wave change?

Yes, the speed of a transverse wave can change if the properties of the medium it travels through change. For example, if the temperature of a medium increases, the speed of the wave will also increase. The speed of a transverse wave can also change if it enters a different medium.

What is the relationship between the speed of a transverse wave and its wavelength and frequency?

The speed of a transverse wave is directly proportional to its wavelength and frequency. This means that as the wavelength or frequency increases, the speed of the wave will also increase. However, the wavelength and frequency of a wave are inversely proportional, meaning that as one increases, the other decreases, and vice versa.

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