The Nature of Waves

Have you always wondered what a wave is? Well, if you have, this is the lesson for you! Download the flashcard template and answer the questions and then use them for retrieval quizzes.

The Wave Equation

Now you know what a wave is, how can you find out how fast it goes? We'll define the frequency and time period of a wave are in order to do this. Then look at some examples. Download the flashcard question template and fill it in while you watch the video

Reflection

An introduction into reflection today. We'll look at ray diagrams and defining the Law of Reflection. Download the flashcard question template and fill it in while you watch the video

Refraction

Refraction occurs when light changes direction when it enters another transparent object. You'll be able to explain exactly why that happens after this lesson. Download the flashcard question template and fill it in while you watch the video


Well done! That's the end of the Waves topic. Try the End of Topic Quiz before you move on to the Electromagnetic Waves Topic.

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