Combined Science GCSE
Wave properties and interactions with matter
What Wave properties and interactions with matter means in Combined Science GCSE, as defined for AQA.
Definition of Wave properties and interactions with matter
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How a wave interacts with matter explains why it is suitable for its application, for example microwaves pass through the atmosphere for satellite links.
Topics that use Wave properties and interactions with matter
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