IB Physics Topic 3 Cram sheets
This page contains our IB Physics cram sheets for topic 3. By reviewing each one of these cram sheets, you will fully cover the content for IB Physics 'Wave Behaviour'.
Subtopic C1
Simple harmonics
Conceptualise simple harmonic motion. Explore the components of oscillations, understanding their key relationships.
Subtopic C1
Further simple harmonics
Deepen your understanding of simple harmonic motion with calculations of displacement, velocity, and acceleration.
Subtopic C2
Wave models
Discover the energy transfer through waves. Learn about the factors that modulate this behavior in transverse and longitudinal waves.
Subtopic C3
Wave phenomena
Unveil the dance of waves. Explore wave properties, including reflection, refraction, and diffraction, understanding their behavior.
Subtopic C3
Further wave phenomena
Delve into additional wave phenomena. Learn about single-slit diffraction and diffraction gratings to add to your toolbox.
Subtopic C4
Standing waves & resonance
Decode standing waves. Study their nodes, antinodes and harmonics, revealing the patterns formed by wave interference.
Subtopic C5
Doppler effect
Navigate sound’s changing tune. Explore the Doppler effect and understand frequency shifts in sound and light waves.
Subtopic C5
Further Doppler effects
Apply your knowledge of the Doppler effect to calculations involving frequency shifts with moving observers and sources.
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