Introduction to Waves
Physics · JC 1 · Waves: Sound and Light · Semester 2

Introduction to Waves

Students will define waves as energy transfer mechanisms, differentiating between transverse and longitudinal waves and identifying wave properties.

MOE Syllabus OutcomesH2 Physics (9749), Core Idea 4: Waves, 4.1 General Wave Properties, Learning Outcome (a) describe what is meant by wave motionH2 Physics (9749), Core Idea 4: Waves, 4.1 General Wave Properties, Learning Outcome (b) use the terms displacement, amplitude, period, frequency, wavelength and speedH2 Physics (9749), Core Idea 4: Waves, 4.1 General Wave Properties, Learning Outcome (d) distinguish between transverse and longitudinal waves

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Students will define waves as energy transfer mechanisms, differentiating between transverse and longitudinal waves and identifying wave properties.

Key Questions

  1. Differentiate between transverse and longitudinal waves using appropriate examples.
  2. Analyze the relationship between wavelength, frequency, and wave speed.
  3. Construct a diagram to illustrate the key properties of a wave (amplitude, wavelength, crest, trough).

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