10.1 - Introduction to Oscillations and Waves
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Practice Questions
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What is an oscillation?
💡 Hint: Think of a pendulum.
Define a wave.
💡 Hint: Consider sound or water as mediums.
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Interactive Quizzes
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What is the time taken for one full oscillation called?
💡 Hint: Consider the cycle of motion.
True or False: All oscillations are waves.
💡 Hint: Think about energy transfer.
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A pendulum swings with a time period of 2 seconds. Calculate its frequency.
💡 Hint: Use the frequency formula to find the answer.
A sound wave has a wavelength of 340 meters and a frequency of 1 Hz. Calculate its speed.
💡 Hint: Substitute the wavelength and frequency in the formula.
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