Waves, Sound, and Light · Waves & Optics

Wave Phenomena and Sound

Understanding the nature of longitudinal and transverse waves and the physics of acoustics.

Key Questions

  1. 1How does the Doppler effect allow astronomers to determine the velocity of distant galaxies?
  2. 2What variables affect the resonant frequency of a stationary wave in a musical instrument?
  3. 3How would an engineer apply wave interference patterns to design noise cancelling technology?

NCCA Curriculum Specifications

NCCA: Senior Cycle - WavesNCCA: Senior Cycle - Sound
Class/Year: 5th Year
Subject: Principles of the Physical World: Senior Cycle Physics
Unit: Waves, Sound, and Light
Period: Waves & Optics

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