Define and explain phase as it relates to wave motion


The phase of the vibrating particle experiencing the disturbance is a measure of its
position (an angular measurement) in reference to its equilibrium position.

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Except for hydrogen and most of the helium, all the elements have been formed through stellar nucleosynthesis

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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How much energy is in a 63 kHz photon of AM-radiation?

a. 1.0 × 10^-38 J b. 6.6 × 10^-30 J c. 4.2 × 10^-29 J d. 3.1 × 10^-30 J e. 13 × 10^-29 J

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A coil of wire is connected to a galvanometer. When a bar magnet is moved in and out of the coil, the galvanometer records a current because of electromagnetic induction

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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In stellar astronomy, _____ states that the weight on each layer of a star is balanced by the pressure in that layer

A) the law of conservation of mass B) the law of conservation of energy C) the law of hydrostatic equilibrium D) the law of energy transport

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