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Physics

Phase Difference

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A phase difference of 180° (π radians) causes perfect cancellation—a principle used in noise-canceling headphones.

Why this is interesting

You've seen two identical waves meet and either create a bigger splash or completely flatten out. What decides their fate? It's all about their phase difference.