What is the independent variable in the ripple tank experiment?
Frequency of the waves
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What are the two dependent variables in the ripple tank experiment?
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What 3 variables are kept constant in the ripple tank experiment?
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What equipment is used in the ripple tank experiment?
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How is the wavelength of the waves measured?
By measuring the distance between two consecutive peaks or troughs using a ruler
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What formula relates frequency, wavelength and wave speed?
wave speed = frequency x wavelength
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Why use a straight dabber in the ripple tank?
To produce uniform, flat wavefronts for easier measurement.
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