JEE Physics · Hard

Sound Waves: Resonance MCQ

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ResonanceHardQuestion 31256

Question

Kundt's tube is used to measure:
  1. A
    Speed of sound in liquids
  2. B
    Speed of sound in solids and gases
    Correct
  3. C
    Frequency of tuning fork
  4. D
    Amplitude of sound

Correct answer

Speed of sound in solids and gases

Explanation

Kundt's tube: a rod clamped at its middle vibrates and drives standing waves in a tube with cork dust. The dust pattern reveals wavelength → speed.