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Honors Regents Physics

UNIT 4: Waves

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Wave Introduction

Introduction to Waves:

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Discovery of Gravitational Waves:

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Waves Animations & Diagram:

Longitudinal pulse in a medium.  Particles are displaced parallel to the direction of energy transfer.

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Wave Properties

Properties of Periodic Waves:

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Wave Boundary Behavior

Fixed End Reflection

Free End Reflection

Less Dense to More Dense Medium:

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Doppler Effect

Doppler Effect Review Video:

Sonic Boom Problem:

What Light Can Teach Us About the Universe:

Sonic Boom

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Wave Interference

Wave Interference Review Video:

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Standing Waves

Standing Waves Part 1: Demonstration

The Physics of Playing Guitar:

Standing Waves Part 2: Explanation

Standing Wave Formation:

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Diffraction

Diffraction of Waves:

Wave Diffraction:

Wave Exam Review:

 

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