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Transverse & Longitudinal Waves (Edexcel International A Level Physics)

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A sound wave travels through air. The diagram represents the displacement of air particles along the wave at an instant in time.

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There is a compression at position V.

At which position is there also a compression?

  • W

  • X

  • Y

  • Z

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A wave has amplitude A, period T, and wavelength λ.

Which of the following can be used to calculate the speed of the wave?

  • A T

  • A over T

  • lambda T

  • lambda over T

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Which of the following statements is correct for minimum displacement of the particles in a longitudinal wave?

  • Minimum displacement occurs at compressions only.

  • Minimum displacement occurs at rarefactions only.

  • Minimum displacement occurs at compressions and rarefactions.

  • Minimum displacement occurs at neither compressions nor rarefactions.

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