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Sound and Waves — Mains Questions
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Version 1Updated 9 Mar 2026
Q1250 words / 15 marks
Discuss the principles of wave interference and resonance, and explain their applications in noise control and musical instruments. (15 marks, 250 words)
Q2250 words / 15 marks
Elaborate on the Doppler effect, its mathematical formulation, and its diverse applications in science and technology, including a note on supersonic phenomena. (15 marks, 250 words)
Q3150 words / 10 marks
Analyse the role of ultrasonic waves in modern medical diagnostics and industrial non-destructive testing (NDT). What are their advantages and limitations? (10 marks, 150 words)