Physics 0625 · IGCSE · General properties of waves

General properties of waves — practice question

Sound waves are longitudinal, whereas electromagnetic waves are transverse.
(a(i))[2]

State and explain what kind of sound wave this is.

(a(ii))[3]

Calculate the wavelength of the wave in soft human tissue.

(b)[2]

Describe one medical use of X-rays.

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