Physics 5054 · O Level · General properties of waves

General properties of waves — practice question

Fig. 8.1 displays a ripple tank together with the crests of the water wave formed in it. The wave has frequency $2.0\,\text{Hz}$ and amplitude $3.0\,\text{mm}$.
(a(i))[1]

Calculate how many crests are formed in $1.5\,\text{s}$.

(a(ii))[2]

Wave height is taken relative to the level of the undisturbed water surface. At time $t=0$, the wave height at one point is $0$. On Fig. 8.2, draw a graph to show how the wave height at this point changes with time.

(b(i))[1]

The wave frequency is increased. Describe how the apparatus shown in Fig. 8.1 should be changed so that the frequency of the wave increases.

(b(ii))[2]

State what happens to the speed and wavelength when the frequency increases.

(c(i))[1]

The apparatus shown in Fig. 8.1 can be used to demonstrate refraction. State the extra apparatus required to demonstrate refraction.

(c(ii))[3]

Draw on Fig. 8.3 to show the refraction of the water wave. Label a boundary where refraction takes place.

(d(i))[3]

Calculate the time taken for data to travel from A to B using microwaves.

(d(ii))[1]

State one feature that infrared waves and microwaves have in common.

(d(iii))[1]

Suggest one further advantage of using optical fibres to connect stations A and B directly.

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