Periodic Functions (Leaving Cert Mathematics): Flashcards

Functions that repeat their values at regular intervals

The regular interval at which the function repeats

$f(x + T) = f(x)$ for all $x$

$2pi$

$pi$

Maximum value from the midline

How many cycles occur in a unit interval

Sound waves, light waves, seasonal changes

rac{2pi}{3}

$sin(x)$

$cos(x)$

Cyclic and oscillatory phenomena