Physics 0625 · IGCSE · General properties of waves

General properties of waves — practice question

A student notices waves on the water surface in a tank. All of the waves share one wavelength.

(a)[2]

Describe a more precise way to determine the wavelength.

(b)[3]

Calculate the speed of the wave.

(c)[2]

State and explain the changes to the waves as they travel from deep water into shallow water. Name of effect. Explanation.

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