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Question 73

Which row correctly describes the vibrations of a longitudinal wave and also gives a correct example of a longitudinal wave?

Description of vibrationsExample of a longitudinal wave
AParallel to the direction of travelLight
BParallel to the direction of travelSound
CAt right angles to the direction of travelLight
DAt right angles to the direction of travelSound
A

Parallel to the direction of travel; light

B

Parallel to the direction of travel; sound

C

At right angles to the direction of travel; light

D

At right angles to the direction of travel; sound

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237 exam-style questions on CIE IGCSE Physics General properties of waves, covering General properties of waves. Each one has a worked solution and a mark scheme showing where the marks go.

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