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4.1 Wave properties

4.1 Wave properties

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Question 39

Light waves travel as transverse waves, whereas sound waves travel as longitudinal waves.

Describe the difference in how particles oscillate in transverse waves compared to longitudinal waves, relative to the direction of energy transfer.

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4.1 Wave properties Questions

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64 exam-style questions on Edexcel GCSE Physics 4.1 Wave properties. Each one has a worked solution and a mark scheme showing where the marks go.

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