A wave advancing to the right at velocity V point A symbolizes a particle within the waves trajectory what will be the motion of particle A as the wave traverses its position? A. Down and up b. To the right c. Up and then down d. To the left
The correct answer is C. Up and then down.
As the wave advances to the right, the particles within the wave's trajectory move in a cyclical motion known as simple harmonic motion. When the wave reaches particle A, it causes the particle to move upwards from its equilibrium position. As the wave continues to move to the right, the particle moves further upwards before reaching its maximum displacement. Subsequently, as the wave passes by, the particle starts to move downwards towards its equilibrium position, completing one cycle of motion. Therefore, the motion of particle A as the wave traverses its position is up and then down.