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Sound waves and vibrating solids

Sound waves and vibrating solids

Diagram showing sound in air causing a window to vibrate, and a vibrating tuning fork producing sound in air

A sound wave is a longitudinal wave that transfers energy by making the particles of a material vibrate. In a longitudinal wave, the particles vibrate parallel to the direction in which the wave transfers energy.

6.1.4 Sound waves (HT only) Lesson

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Step-by-step lessons on AQA GCSE Physics 6.1.4 Sound waves (HT only). Each one builds up to exam-style questions. Build a strong grip on equations, units and Key Stage 3 fundamentals before tackling the more demanding topics like electromagnetism, the particle model of matter and space physics.