Physics 0625 · IGCSE · Electromagnetic spectrum

Electromagnetic spectrum — practice question

A transverse wave travels through a medium. Fig. 7.1 illustrates the displacement of the particles in the medium.
(a(i))[1]

Using the information in Fig. 7.1, determine the amplitude of the wave.

(a(ii))[2]

Using the information in Fig. 7.1, determine the frequency of the wave.

(b(i))[2]

Complete the chart in Fig. 7.2 by adding the names of the missing regions.

(b(ii))[3]

Calculate the frequency of yellow light.

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