Aqa GCSE Physics Waves 1

Waves:

The transfer of energy from one place to another> 

• Light
• The sun
• Sound
• Water wave (oceanic)

All waves are created by something vibrating

There are 2 types: Transverse and Longitudinal

Transverse: Wave oscillations are perpendicular (90 Degrees) to the direction of the transferred energy. Example: Water waves or all electromagnetic waves.

Longitudinal: Wave oscillations are parallel to the…