Wave Speed And The Wave Equation Flashcards

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Define the meaning of “Frequency”

A

Is the number of waves passing a point in one second. It is measured in Hertz (Hz).

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Frequency=number of waves past a point.

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What is the equation for Wave speed

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Wave Speed=frequency x wavelength .

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What unit is wave speed measured in?

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It is measured in metres per second (m/s).

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What unit is frequency measured in?

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It is measured in Hertz (Hz).

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What unit is Wavelength measured in?

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It is measured in metres (m).

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How would you find how many waves pass a point ?

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Wave Speed divided by Wavelength.

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How would you figure out the Wavelength?

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Wave Speed divided by Frequency

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