Physics 0625 · IGCSE · General properties of waves

General properties of waves — practice question

Fig. 6.1 illustrates wavefronts moving towards a gap in a barrier.
(a(i))[2]

On Fig. 6.1, add three wavefronts on the right of the barrier.

(a(ii))[2]

On Fig. 6.2, add three wavefronts on the right of the barrier.

(b)[4]

Describe, with a labelled diagram, an experiment using water waves to demonstrate the reflection of wavefronts at a straight barrier.

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This 8-mark question has a full step-by-step worked solution and mark scheme. One marking point: At least 3 circular wavefronts centred on the gap, with each one reaching at least half a semicircle

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