Physics 0625 · IGCSE · General properties of waves

General properties of waves — practice question

A teacher illustrates wave behaviour by creating water waves in a ripple tank. Fig. 5.1 gives a cross-section of part of the water waves.
(a)[2]

Calculate the wavelength of the water waves. Refer to Fig. 5.1 for the information you need.

(b(i))[1]

For each stop-watch below, write the time reading in seconds.

(b(ii))[2]

Calculate the mean of the three time readings in (b)(i).

(b(iii))[2]

Calculate the frequency of the water waves by using your answer from (b)(ii).

(c)[3]

Calculate the wave speed.

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