MCAT Physics: The Doppler Effect in 6 Minutes

This video breaks down the Doppler Effect and how the Doppler Effect is tested on the MCAT. Learn about Doppler Shifts in light waves and sound waves, apparent frequency, actual frequency, and how the Doppler Effect is related to Ultrasounds.

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0:00 Intro to the Doppler Effect
0:14 Doppler Effect Definition
0:25 Apparent Frequency
0:40 Real Life Examples of the Doppler Effect
1:39 When the Doppler Effect DOESN'T Apply
2:12 Doppler Effect Practice Problem
4:30 Doppler Effect Variables for Test Day
4:59 Medical Applications of the Doppler Effect
5:50 Doppler Effect Applied to Light
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