Edexcel IGCSE Physics 3 29p Loudness and Amplitude Questions

Practise connecting loudness with amplitude by comparing oscilloscope traces and drawing wave changes for quieter or louder sounds.

Syllabus
First assessment 2019
Course
Physics 4PH1

Exam points

  • draw a quieter sound on an oscilloscope screen with a smaller amplitude
  • distinguish amplitude changes from frequency changes when modifying a sound trace

Edexcel IGCSE Physics 3 29p Loudness and Amplitude Questions question 1

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This question is about sound waves.

An oscilloscope can be used to display a sound wave.

The diagram shows the trace on an oscilloscope screen when a sound wave is detected.

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On the screen, draw the trace for a quieter sound wave with a lower frequency.

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