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6.1.5 Waves for detection and exploration (HT only)

Why can waves reveal structures hidden from view?

A

Different materials change a wave’s velocity, absorption and reflection.

B

Different materials change a wave’s pitch, loudness and period.

C

Different materials change a wave’s amplitude, wavelength and frequency.

D

Different materials change a wave’s direction, polarisation and phase.

6.1.5 Waves for detection and exploration (HT only) Flashcards

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25 flashcards on AQA GCSE Physics 6.1.5 Waves for detection and exploration (HT only): the key terms, definitions and equations you need to recall for Paper 1 and Paper 2.