OCR GCSE Physics B · J259
Paper 1, Paper 2
Revise: PAG 4: Measuring WavesA stroboscope can help when the moving pattern is difficult to read.
Loading…
GCSE Physics · key term
A flashing light that can make a repeating wave pattern appear stationary when its flashing frequency is matched appropriately to the waves.
Used by OCR
Paper 1, Paper 2
Revise: PAG 4: Measuring WavesA stroboscope can help when the moving pattern is difficult to read.
An apparently stationary pattern under a stroboscope does not mean the waves have stopped travelling.
Create a free account to read GCSE Physics revision notes for your exam board and track your progress.