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A travelling wave in a medium is given by the equation \(y=a\sin(\omega t-kx)\). The maximum acceleration of the particle in the medium is
A travelling wave in a medium is given by the equation \(y=a\sin(\omega t-kx)\). The maximum acceleration of the particle in the medium is
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In SHM or wave-particle motion:
\[
a_{\max}=\omega^2 A
\]
where \(A\) is amplitude.
Updated On: Apr 29, 2026
- \(\omega\)
- \(a\omega^2\)
- \(\dfrac{\omega}{k}\)
- \(\dfrac{x}{k}\)
- \(ak\)
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The Correct Option is B
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