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ZIMSEC A-Level Physics

3.2Waves

Waves in ZIMSEC A-Level Physics: what the syllabus expects you to know, the learning objectives and how to practise.
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Overview

Form 5.

Learning objectives

What the syllabus expects you to be able to do.

  1. 3.2.1Understand and apply: progressive waves: terms, wave equation and intensity.
  2. 3.2.2Understand and apply: transverse and longitudinal waves.
  3. 3.2.3Understand and apply: the electromagnetic spectrum.

Lessons

  • Progressive waves: the wave equation and intensity

    40 min

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  • The electromagnetic spectrum: regions, sources and uses

    35 min

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  • Transverse and longitudinal waves compared

    35 min

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Waves: sample question

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Which is the approximate wavelength of X-rays used in medical imaging?

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