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S1, S2 are two coherent sources (having initial phase difference zero) of sound located along x−axis separated by 4λ where λ is wavelength of sound emitted by them. Number of maxima located on the elliptical boundary around it will be : [ S1 and S2 are assumed to be at focus of ellipse]

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Options:
  • A 16
  • B 12
  • C 8
  • D 4
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The correct answer is: 16

S1P-S2P=0
S1Q-S2Q=4λ

3 maximum lie on are between P and Q. Counting all quadrants; the total number is 12. P and Q symmetrical points are also maxima.

Total number is 16

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