Physics 5054 · O Level · General properties of waves

General properties of waves — practice question

A water wave is generated in a ripple tank.
(a(i))[4]

Draw a diagram of a ripple tank and explain how it is used to generate and observe the wave.

(a(ii))[2]

The water wave in the ripple tank transfers energy. Describe a way to show that energy is being transferred.

(a(iii))[2]

State the meaning of a wavefront.

(b(i))[2]

State one difference and one similarity between the two waves shown in Fig. 11.1.

(b(ii).1)[3]

The water wave travels at $0.20\,\text{m s}^{-1}$. Determine the frequency of wave P.

(b(ii).2)[2]

Find the wavelength of wave P.

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