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The Doppler Effect Flashcards

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What happens when a wave source is moving towards to a person

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The wavelength decreases and the frequency increases

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What happens when a wave source is moving away from a person

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The wavelength increases and the frequency decreases

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AN OBJECT EMITS A WAVE AT A FIXED RATE (FREQUENCY)

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AN OBJECT EMITS A WAVE AT A FIXED RATE (FREQUENCY)

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