Two waves interfering at a point have a path difference of lambda / 2. Their corresponding phase difference is exactly: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Two waves interfering at a point have a path difference of lambda / 2. Their corresponding phase difference is exactly:
A. pi / 4 radians
B. 2pi radians
C. pi / 2 radians
D. pi radians
Answer: Option D
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
The relationship between phase difference (phi) and path difference (delta x) is given by the formula phi = (2pi / lambda) * delta x. Given a path difference of lambda / 2, substitute this into the formula: phi = (2pi / lambda) * (lambda / 2) = pi radians. This indicates strictly destructive interference.

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