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Edexcel A-Level Physics Wave Graphs

Practise Edexcel A-Level Physics wave graphs through displacement-time traces, period and frequency readings, wavelength limits and progressive-wave particle motion.

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

Exam points

  • read period, frequency and amplitude from displacement-time wave graphs
  • decide what cannot be found directly from a time graph, such as wavelength
  • infer particle motion at points on a progressive wave from the direction of travel

2.3.37 - Wave graphs question 1

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A graph of displacement against time for a point on a transverse progressive wave is shown.

Figure for Question 2.3.37 - Wave graphs question 1 — Edexcel A-Level Physics AS

Which of the following statements is correct?

A

The amplitude of the wave is 20 cm .

B

The frequency of the wave is 2.5 Hz .

C

The period of the wave is 0.2 s .

D

The wavelength of the wave is 0.4 m .

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