Waves and the Propagation of Energy · Waves & Optics

Wave Properties and Behavior

Examining reflection, refraction, diffraction, and interference as fundamental characteristics of all waves.

Key Questions

  1. 1How does the wave model explain the bending of light as it passes through different optical densities?
  2. 2What variables affect the interference patterns produced by two coherent wave sources?
  3. 3How would an engineer apply the principle of superposition to design noise-canceling technology?

ACARA Content Descriptions

AC9SPU10AC9SPU11
Year: Year 11
Subject: Physics
Unit: Waves and the Propagation of Energy
Period: Waves & Optics

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