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'.
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Subtopic C1

Simple harmonics

Conceptualise simple harmonic motion. Explore the components of oscillations, understanding their key relationships.

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Subtopic C1

Further simple harmonics

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Subtopic C2

Wave models

Discover the energy transfer through waves. Learn about the factors that modulate this behavior in transverse and longitudinal waves.

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Subtopic C3

Wave phenomena

Unveil the dance of waves. Explore wave properties, including reflection, refraction, and diffraction, understanding their behavior.

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Subtopic C3

Further wave phenomena

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Subtopic C4

Standing waves & resonance

Decode standing waves. Study their nodes, antinodes and harmonics, revealing the patterns formed by wave interference.

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Subtopic C5

Doppler effect

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Subtopic C5

Further Doppler effects

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