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Edexcel IGCSE Physics 3.3 Wave definitions

Practise identifying amplitude, wavelength, frequency and period from wave diagrams, measurements, scales and short definition prompts.

Syllabus
First assessment 2019
Course
Physics 4PH1

Exam points

  • measure amplitude or wavelength from a diagram using a ruler and any scale factor
  • identify arrows that show amplitude or wavelength on a labelled wave diagram
  • explain frequency as the number of waves or oscillations per second

3.3 Wave definitions question 1

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This question is about waves.

The diagram represents a wave.

Figure for Question 3.3 Wave definitions question 1 — Edexcel IGCSE Physics

Determine the amplitude of the wave by measuring it with a ruler.

amplitude = ............ cm

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