Explain two applications of resonancePLEASEEEE HELP ME! ​

Physics · High School · Thu Feb 04 2021

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Answer: Resonance is a phenomenon that occurs when the frequency of a periodic driving force is equal to the natural frequency of the system on which it acts, leading to an increase in amplitude of oscillation of the system. Here are two applications of resonance:

1. Musical Instruments: Resonance is a fundamental principle behind the operation of many musical instruments. For string instruments such as guitars, violins, and pianos, the strings are set into vibration, and resonate at specific frequencies that correspond to musical notes. The body of the instrument also acts as a resonator, amplifying the sound so that it is loud enough to be heard. Similarly, in wind instruments like flutes and clarinets, the column of air inside the instrument resonates, and the musician changes the effective length of the air column by opening and closing holes in the instrument to produce different notes.

2. Radio and Television Receivers: In radio and television receivers, resonance is used in the tuning process. Each station broadcasts at a specific frequency, and the receiver uses a tunable resonant circuit, often called an LC circuit (inductor and capacitor circuit), to selectively pick up the signal of a particular frequency from among all the signals that reach the antenna. By adjusting the resonance of the LC circuit to match the frequency of the desired station, the receiver can isolate and amplify that particular signal to output the audio or video broadcast.

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