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Four mutually connected first order linear differential equations for a system of two waves — constituting a set of mathematical models are developed. Small amplitude wave propagation through stratified media have been studied using the mathematical models. Limiting wave solutions are identified as WKB solutions.
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One of the authors (M.Khan) acknowledges the support of the University Grants Commission (India).
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Khan, M., Chakraborty, B. Small amplitude wave propagation in stratified media. Czech J Phys 29, 487–494 (1979). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF01600170
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DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/BF01600170