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3 marksWave Motion

CSEC Physics · 2021 · Paper 2 · Question 3(a)(i)

Waves can be described as transverse or longitudinal.

Explain what is meant by a 'transverse wave'.

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  1. 3(a)(ii)Give ONE example of a 'transverse wave'.[1 mark]
  2. 3(b)(i)Define the term 'ultrasound'.[2 marks]
  3. 3(b)(ii)State ONE example of the application of ultrasound.[1 mark]
  4. 3(c)(i)Determine the angle of incidence on the face MN.[2 marks]
  5. 3(c)(ii)Determine the angle of reflection on the face MN.[1 mark]
  6. 3(c)(iii)Determine the angle of refraction at the face MN, given that the refractive index of ice is 1.31.[4 marks]
  7. 3(d)On the diagram in Figure 3, label the critical angle, θ_c, for ice.[1 mark]

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