Physics 0625 · IGCSE · General properties of waves

General properties of waves — practice question

Fig. 7.1 shows a transverse wave. In Fig. 7.1, arrows P, Q, R, S and T indicate distances measured on the wave.
(a)[2]

State the letter P, Q, R, S or T for the arrow that shows: 1. the amplitude of the wave 2. the wavelength of the wave

(b)[3]

Calculate the frequency of the water waves.

(c)[3]

Fig. 7.1 shows a transverse wave. Explain how transverse waves differ from longitudinal waves. You may include a labelled diagram.

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This 8-mark question has a full step-by-step worked solution and mark scheme. One marking point: (amplitude of wave =) arrow labelled R

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