ómsvifð
Ómsvifð is an Icelandic term that translates to "wave interference" or "wave superposition." It describes the phenomenon where two or more waves meet and combine to form a resultant wave. This combination can result in a wave that is larger, smaller, or the same amplitude as the individual waves, depending on the phase relationship between them.
When waves are in phase, meaning their crests and troughs align, they undergo constructive interference. This
Ómsvifð is a fundamental concept in wave physics and has numerous applications. It explains phenomena such