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(e) recall and apply the relationship velocity = frequency x wavelength to new situations or to solve
related problems
(g) compare transverse and longitudinal waves and give suitable examples of each
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Wavefront An imaginary on a wave that joins all the points that are in phase.
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(7) (a) The figure below is a displacement-distance graph of ripples on the surface of water in a
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(b) What is the frequency of the wave if the wave travel at a speed of 2.5 m/s?
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