Physics 0625 · IGCSE · General properties of waves

General properties of waves — practice question

(a(i))[1]

State the name of the process that takes place as the wave travels from region A into region B.

(a(ii))[1]

Suggest a reason for the wave changing direction.

(b)[2]

On Fig. 6.2, sketch a wave with half the amplitude and a higher frequency than the one shown.

(c(i))[1]

Explain the reason for this.

(c(ii))[2]

Calculate the wavelength for sound of frequency $1100\,\text{Hz}$ travelling at this speed.

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