What are wavefronts?
1 mark · EasyWhat is meant by the wavelength of a wave?
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The distance between two consecutive points in phase on a wave (e.g. crest to crest).
Also accept: Distance between two adjacent crests or troughs; Distance between two points in phase on a wave
Common mistakes: Amplitude definition; Period definition
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B1 · 1 mark · Correct definition of wavelength as distance between two consecutive points in phase (e.g. crest to crest).
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Wavelength is the distance between two consecutive points in phase on a wave, such as from crest to crest.