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Pearson Edexcel International GCSE (9–1) · PHYSICS · Unit

Waves

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  1. Question 171

    4 marks · Easy

    A student is learning about wave properties with a slinky spring and a light ray box.

    (a)

    State the unit for each of the following quantities:

    QuantityUnit
    Angle
    Wave frequency
    Wavelength
    [3 marks]
    (b)

    Explain what is meant by the term 'wavefront'.

    [1 mark]
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  2. Question 172

    4 marks · Easy

    The diagram below shows both a light ray and a sound wave being used in communication and medical technology.

    (a)

    Name the type of wave (longitudinal or transverse) for each of the following:

    WaveType
    Light wave
    Sound wave
    [2 marks]
    (b)

    State one use of optical fibres and one use of sound waves in medicine.

    [2 marks]
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