If the phase difference between two superposing waves is a half integr...
The correct answers are: Can be circularly polarized , Can be elliptically polarized
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If the phase difference between two superposing waves is a half integral multiple of 2π (or π), then the waves are said to be in phase opposition or in phase quadrature, respectively.
In phase opposition: When the phase difference between two waves is an odd multiple of π (π, 3π, 5π, etc.), the waves are said to be in phase opposition. This means that the crests of one wave align with the troughs of the other wave, resulting in destructive interference. The amplitude of the combined wave is reduced or canceled out, resulting in a smaller or zero amplitude at certain points.
In phase quadrature: When the phase difference between two waves is an even multiple of π (2π, 4π, 6π, etc.), the waves are said to be in phase quadrature. This means that the crests of one wave align with the crests or troughs of the other wave, resulting in constructive interference. The amplitude of the combined wave is increased, resulting in a larger amplitude at certain points.
The phase difference between two waves can be determined by comparing the positions of their crests or troughs at a specific point in time. If the phase difference is a half integral multiple of 2π (or π), the waves are either in phase opposition or in phase quadrature.