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The two sources of sound face each other and emit sounds of equal amplitude and

ID: 1505927 • Letter: T

Question

The two sources of sound face each other and emit sounds of equal amplitude and equal frequency (361 Hz ) but 180 out of phase. Assume T=20C.

Part A

For what minimum separation of the two speakers will there be some point at which complete constructive interference occurs?

Express your answer with the appropriate units.

Part B

For what minimum separation of the two speakers will there be some point at which complete destructive interference occurs?

Express your answer with the appropriate units.

Explanation / Answer

for an intial phase diff of 180 deg
A. Maximum interface, if, path diff = 0.5*lambda
So, minimum distance = 1.5*lambda = 1.5*c/f = 1.5*334/361 = 1.387 m
B. For destructive destruction, path diff = lambda
min d = 2*lambda = 1.85 m