Equation of a plane progressive wave is given by y = 0.6 sin 2π(t-x/2). On reflection from a denser medium, its amplitude becomes 2/3 of the amplitude of the incident wave
Equation of a plane progressive wave is given by y = 0.6 sin 2π(t-x/2). On reflection from a denser medium, its amplitude becomes 2/3 of the amplitude of the incident wave

a) y = 0.6 sin 2π(t+x/2)

b) y = -0.4 sin 2π(t+x/2)

c) y = 0.4 sin 2π(t+x/2)

d) y = -0.4 sin 2π(t-x/2)

Answer:

The correct option is b) y = -0.4 sin 2π(t+x/2)

Explanation:

The amplitude of the reflected wave
There is a change of phase by on reflection from a denser medium. Therefore, the equation of the reflected wave is :