Physics module 15 · Put your knowledge to work
Waves Applications
Practise SHM, the wave equation, interference, gratings, and Doppler.
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Choose a problem set
Start with a familiar topic, then work towards more demanding problems.
10 of 10 sets
- 01Problem studio
Simple Harmonic Motion Problems
Periods, frequencies, ω, energy, and the restoring-force condition behind every wave.
Open practice - 02Problem studio
Describing Waves Problems
Wave vocabulary, v = fλ, period, phase difference, and echo timing.
Open practice - 03Problem studio
Electromagnetic Wave Problems
The spectrum, c = fλ, travel times, and light slowing in a medium.
Open practice - 04Problem studio
Polarisation Problems
Malus’s law, unpolarised light, filter stacks, and Brewster’s angle.
Open practice - 05Problem studio
Superposition and Interference Problems
Path difference, coherent sources, and constructive or destructive interference.
Open practice - 06Problem studio
Young's Double Slit Problems
Fringe spacing x = λD/a, wavelength measurement, and pattern changes.
Open practice - 07Problem studio
Diffraction Grating Problems
The grating equation, line spacing, order limits, and angular dispersion.
Open practice - 08Problem studio
Stationary Wave Problems
Nodes, antinodes, harmonics on strings, and resonating air columns.
Open practice - 09Problem studio
Sound and Doppler Effect Problems
Sound properties, beats, and Doppler shifts for moving sources and observers.
Open practice - 10Problem studio
Waves Calculus Problems
Derivatives of x = A sin ωt, maximum speed and acceleration, and SHM energy.
Open practice
Review the foundations 4 related lessons
Extra challenging questions
Take the ideas further with course-specific extension questions, supplied-data graphs and worked solutions.