Physics 0625 · IGCSE · General properties of waves
General properties of waves — practice question
A floating plastic ball is shown in Fig. 7.1, fastened by a long rope to a weight on the lake bed. A water wave at the lake surface makes the ball move up and down vertically.
(a)[1]
On Fig. 7.1, show the wavelength of the wave and label the distance $W$.
(b)[1]
Determine the wave amplitude.
(c)[2]
Calculate the frequency of the wave.
(d)[1]
Explain how the motion of the ball shows that the water wave is transverse.
(e)[1]
State one more example of a transverse wave.
Worked solution & mark scheme
This 6-mark question has a full step-by-step worked solution and mark scheme. One marking point: “The wavelength is shown correctly” …