Wave Interference

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Wave interference

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When more than one wave meet and interact in the same medium

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What type of interference is being shown in the picture?

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Constructive

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What type of interference is occurring in the picture?

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Destructive

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When 2 waves meet and create a bigger wave

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Constructive Interference

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When two waves meet and create a smaller wave

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Destructive

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What is the phenomenon called when two waves combine to form a wave of greater amplitude?

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Constructive Interference

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What is the result of two waves meeting in phase?

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Increased amplitude