Oscillations and Waves · Waves & Optics

Wave Fundamentals

Characterizing progressive and stationary waves in terms of displacement, frequency, and intensity.

Key Questions

  1. 1How does the superposition principle explain the formation of standing waves?
  2. 2What variables affect the intensity of a wave as it propagates through a medium?
  3. 3How would an engineer use wave interference to design noise-canceling technology?

MOE Syllabus Outcomes

MOE: Wave Motion - JC1
Level: JC 1
Subject: Physics
Unit: Oscillations and Waves
Period: Waves & Optics

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