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AQA GCSE Physics
Waves
AQA GCSE Physics · 8463 · 4.6
Waves
Paper 2
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Understand wave behaviour in natural and man-made systems.
Analyse how waves carry energy and information.
Apply knowledge of mechanical waves to the design of structures.
Explore the use of electromagnetic waves in modern imaging and communication technologies.
4.6.1
Wave Properties
4.6.1.1
Transverse and longitudinal waves
4.6.1.2
Properties of waves
2 notes
Wave Descriptors and the Wave Equation
Measuring Wave Speed & Required Practical 8
4.6.1.3
Reflection of waves
4.6.1.4
Sound waves
4.6.1.5
Waves for detection and exploration
3 notes
Principles of Wave Detection and Echo Sounding
Ultrasound for Medical and Industrial Imaging
Seismic Waves and the Structure of the Earth
4.6.2
Electromagnetic Waves
4.6.2.1
Types of electromagnetic waves
4.6.2.2
Properties of electromagnetic waves 1
4.6.2.3
Properties of electromagnetic waves 2
4.6.2.4
Uses and applications of electromagnetic waves
4.6.2.5
Lenses
4.6.2.6
Visible light
4.6.3
Black Body Radiation
4.6.3.1
Emission and absorption of infrared radiation
4.6.3.2
Perfect black bodies and radiation
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