Edexcel IGCSE Physics 3.2 longitudinal and transverse waves
Practise wave-type questions by linking vibration direction to wave travel, then classifying examples and comparing sound with light.
- Syllabus
- First assessment 2019
- Course
- Physics 4PH1
Exam points
- Distinguish wave types by comparing vibration direction with direction of travel.
- Classify examples such as sound, light, water waves or surface waves by wave type.
- Compare sound and light using wave type, vacuum travel or relative speed when asked.
3.2 Longitudinal and transverse waves question 1
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This question is about waves.
Which of these waves is longitudinal?
A
infrared
B
radio
C
sound
D
ultraviolet
C
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