Wave Parameters and Behaviours
Knowledge you need to have:
Knowledge you need to have:
Knowledge that waves transfer energy.
Definition of transverse and longitudinal waves.
Knowledge that sound is an example of a longitudinal wave and electromagnetic radiation and water waves are examples of transverse waves.
Knowledge that diffraction occurs when waves pass through a gap or around an object. Comparison of long wave and short wave diffraction.
Skills you need to develop:
Skills you need to develop:
Determination of the frequency, period, wavelength, amplitude and wave speed for longitudinal and transverse waves.
Draw diagrams using wavefronts to show diffraction when waves pass through a gap or around an object.
Use of appropriate relationships to solve problems involving wave speed, frequency, period, wavelength, distance, number of waves and time.
Class Material:
Class Material:
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