Edexcel A-Level Physics AS 2.3.36 Transverse Waves Questions

Practise Edexcel A-Level Physics transverse waves through definitions of perpendicular oscillation, light as a transverse wave and comparisons with longitudinal waves.

Syllabus
Pearson Edexcel International Advanced Subsidiary/Advanced Level
Course
Physics XPH11/YPH11
Level
AS

Exam points

  • state that transverse-wave oscillations are perpendicular to wave travel or energy transfer

Edexcel A-Level Physics AS 2.3.36 Transverse Waves Questions question 1

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Light is a transverse wave.

Describe the difference between transverse waves and longitudinal waves.

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