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Waves

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Phase, interference, diffraction, stationary waves and polarisation.

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Interference: Young's slits and diffraction gratings

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  • Measure interference or diffraction patterns and use geometry to determine wavelength.

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Waves

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Subtopics and study areas

  • Relate phase difference to path difference.
  • Analyse interference and stationary waves.
  • Apply diffraction-grating and polarisation concepts.