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Question 133

A lightweight foam bead is suspended on a thin thread in front of a loudspeaker. The loudspeaker is producing a loud, steady sound wave that travels horizontally towards the bead.

Which row correctly identifies the type of sound wave and the direction in which the bead vibrates?

A

Type of wave: Transverse; Direction of vibration: Vertically (up and down)

B

Type of wave: Longitudinal; Direction of vibration: Vertically (up and down)

C

Type of wave: Transverse; Direction of vibration: Horizontally (left and right)

D

Type of wave: Longitudinal; Direction of vibration: Horizontally (left and right)

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295 exam-style questions on CIE IGCSE Physics Sound, covering Sound. Each one has a worked solution and a mark scheme showing where the marks go.

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