Question

what is occurring when two waves traveling along the same medium meet and cancel each other out? destructive interference constructive interference reflection refraction

Explanation:

When two waves meet and cancel each other out, it is called destructive interference. In destructive interference, the crest of one wave aligns with the trough of another wave (phase difference of \(180^{\circ}\)), leading to a reduction or cancellation of the amplitude. Constructive interference is when waves add up (crest - crest or trough - trough alignment). Reflection is the bouncing back of a wave from a boundary. Refraction is the bending of a wave when it enters a different medium.

Answer:

destructive interference