Paper 6 structured question: General properties of waves
Method
Method for Investigating Wave Motion
A rope is fixed at one end and vibrated at the other end to create waves. Measure the time taken for waves to travel a set distance.
| Distance (m) | Time (s) | Wave Speed (m/s) |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 0.5 | 2 |
| 2 | 1.0 | 2 |
| 3 | 1.5 | 2 |
- a[1]
State the independent variable in this investigation.
Aim for approximately 1 distinct marking point.
