5.1.3 - Amplitude (A): The Size of the Disturbance
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Define amplitude in your own words.
💡 Hint: Think about how far the peak of a wave goes.
What type of wave has particles that move perpendicular to energy transfer?
💡 Hint: Remember examples like light waves or ocean waves.
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What does amplitude measure in a wave?
💡 Hint: Consider what it tells you about how much energy the wave carries.
True or False: In longitudinal waves, amplitude is related to the height of the wave crest.
💡 Hint: Differentiate between wave types and their properties.
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Explain how varying amplitude affects the sound quality in different acoustic environments.
💡 Hint: Consider how sound travels and interacts with surfaces.
Create a graph representing a transverse wave with varying amplitudes and explain how each amplitude affects perceived sound.
💡 Hint: Think of height representing volume and energy.
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