The discussion revolves around the concept of waves being "in phase," specifically focusing on the conditions under which two waves can be considered in phase when they are moving in the same direction.
The discussion is ongoing, with participants questioning the meaning of being "in phase" and exploring the foundational concepts related to wave behavior. There is an indication of seeking further resources or clarification.
Some participants reference a textbook for further understanding, suggesting that there may be gaps in their current knowledge of wave properties.
suzycue303 said:Homework Statement
If two waves were moving in the same direction and the crests from each wave matched up, these waves would be in phase. True or false?
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true?
suzycue303 said:I'm really not sure what it means for waves to be "in phase"