displacement–distance graph
What displacement–distance graph means in Combined Science GCSE, as defined for AQA.
Definitions of displacement–distance graph
Exam boards and our study guides word this term in slightly different ways. Learn the version your board uses.
Check what you remember
Read the wording for your board, then hide it and explain displacement–distance graph in your own words. Rough notes are fine. This is a self-check, with no mark or grade.
Reference: AQA
A graph on which amplitude is read from the vertical axis as the height of a crest or the depth of a trough above or below the centre line.
A graph on which wavelength is read by identifying one complete wave cycle and measuring its horizontal length.
Topics that use displacement–distance graph
- Properties of waves (AQA GCSE)
Related terms
- Amplitude
- Direct timing method
- Displacement–time graph
- Frequency
- Hertz
- Period
- reciprocal relationship
- Relationship between speed, frequency and wavelength
Using displacement–distance graph in the exam
Check the command word and mark scheme for your exact question. After comparing your explanation with the reference, use the term in an answer on the linked topic. This practice does not predict an exam mark.
Practise Combined Science questions
Create a free account to answer exam-style questions on this topic and get feedback on your answers.
A week of Premium from your first lesson · Then the free plan continues · No card, no charge