Wanda generates a transverse wave by securing a rope to a tree, as depicted in the diagram.
Her teacher instructs her to modify the wave to demonstrate increased energy transfer. What action does she take?
(1 point)
Responses
She increases the wavelength of the wave.
She increases the wavelength of the wave.
She lowers the frequency of the wave.
She lowers the frequency of the wave.
She reduces the amplitude of the wave.
She reduces the amplitude of the wave.
She increases the frequency of the wave
1 answer
To demonstrate increased energy transfer in a transverse wave, Wanda should increase the frequency of the wave. Increasing the frequency generally leads to a higher energy transfer, as more wave cycles occur in a given amount of time.
So the correct response is:
She increases the frequency of the wave.
