Physics 5054 · O Level · General properties of waves

General properties of waves — practice question

(a(i))[2]

On Fig. 10.1, draw the two reflected rays and mark the image position.

(a(ii))[1]

Apart from its position, state one property of the image.

(b(i))[2]

State what wavefront means.

(b(ii).1)[1]

On Fig. 10.2, draw the reflected wavefronts.

(b(ii).2)[2]

On Fig. 10.2, draw the refracted wavefronts.

(c(i))[2]

A loudspeaker emits sound with frequency $2.0\,\text{kHz}$. Its wavelength in air is $16\,\text{cm}$. Calculate the speed of sound in air.

(c(ii).1)[1]

State the frequency range audible to a healthy human ear.

(c(ii).2)[1]

Calculate the minimum wavelength of sound audible to a healthy human ear.

(c(iii))[3]

Describe a straightforward experiment to demonstrate that sound waves obey the law of reflection. You may include a diagram if you wish.

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