Wave properties and the wave equation

Question 1 of 10

A wave has frequency 50 Hz and wavelength 4 m. Find its speed.

Question 2 of 10

The frequency of a wave is

Question 3 of 10

Explain how a stationary wave is formed on a stretched string and state two differences between stationary and progressive waves.

Question 4 of 10

A wave of frequency 20 Hz and wavelength 3 m travels at ___ m/s.

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Interference occurs when

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In a transverse wave, the particles vibrate

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Describe the behaviour of water waves in a ripple tank when they (a) are reflected at a straight barrier, (b) pass from deep to shallow water, (c) pass through a narrow gap.

Question 8 of 10

The distance between adjacent nodes in a stationary wave is one wavelength.

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Polarisation is possible only for

Question 10 of 10

A wave has a period of 0.02 s. Find its frequency.