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Paper 3 structured question: General properties of waves

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General properties of waves

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Exploring the characteristics of waves.

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Characteristics of Waves

Waves can be classified into mechanical and electromagnetic types. Mechanical waves require a medium, while electromagnetic waves do not.

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    State What type of wave requires a medium?

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Wave Energy Transfer

Waves can transfer energy through various mediums without moving the medium itself. For example, sound waves travel through air, while water waves travel through water.

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    State What do waves carry?

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