Practice Wave Speed (v): How Fast The Wave Travels (5.1.4) - Waves, Sound & Light, and Introduction to Magnetism
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Wave Speed (v): How Fast the Wave Travels

Practice - Wave Speed (v): How Fast the Wave Travels

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Practice Questions

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Question 1 Easy

What does wave speed refer to?

💡 Hint: Think about how fast something moves over a distance.

Question 2 Easy

What is the unit of measurement for frequency?

💡 Hint: What does one Hertz represent?

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Question 1

What is the equation that relates wave speed, frequency, and wavelength?

v = λ / f
v = f × λ
v = f + λ

💡 Hint: Think about the components of wave properties.

Question 2

True or False: An increase in frequency results in a longer wavelength.

True
False

💡 Hint: Consider how frequency and wavelength interact together.

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Challenge 1 Hard

A sound wave in a solid material travels at a speed of 5000 m/s. If it has a frequency of 1250 Hz, what is its wavelength?

💡 Hint: Use the wave speed equation!

Challenge 2 Hard

Explain how wavelength and frequency affect sound perception in music. Provide examples to support your explanation.

💡 Hint: Relate their properties to musical notes.

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