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2 marksWave Motion

CSEC Physics · May/June 2017 · Paper 2 · Question 2(a)(i)

Distinguish between 'transverse' and 'longitudinal' waves.

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  1. 2(a)(ii)State ONE example each of transverse and longitudinal waves. Example of transverse wave: Example of longitudinal wave:[2 marks]
  2. 2(a)(iii)In the wave equation, velocity (v), frequency (f) and wavelength (λ) are related. Write the equation.[1 mark]
  3. 2(a)(iv)A wave motion has a frequency of 10 Hz and a wavelength of 250 m. Calculate the speed of the wave.[2 marks]
  4. 2(b)(i)Indicate on Figure 4 the amplitude of the wave.[1 mark]
  5. 2(b)(ii)amplitude (in metres)[6 marks]
  6. 2(b)(iii)period (in seconds)[6 marks]
  7. 2(b)(iv)frequency (in hertz).[6 marks]
  8. 2(c)State ONE property of an electromagnetic wave.[1 mark]

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