Waves, Energy, and Information Chapter 1

Front

What is the pattern of motion of a longitudinal wave?

Back

Back & Forth

Front

How is energy transferred by waves during an earthquake?

Back

Energy is transferred by the waves.

Front

What is the function of Tsunameters?

Back

Tsunameters are sensors that detect changes in the level of the water above them.

Front

In which directions do sound waves propagate?

Back

In all directions.

Front

What natural event is the primary source of a tsunami?

Back

Earthquake.

Front

What type of wave is characterized by particles moving parallel to the direction of wave propagation?

Back

Longitudinal wave.

Front

What is the difference between longitudinal waves and transverse waves?

Back

In longitudinal waves, particles move parallel to the wave direction; in transverse waves, particles move perpendicular to the wave direction.

Front

What are seismic waves?

Back

Waves of energy that travel through the Earth, often as a result of earthquakes.

Front

What is the role of oceanic tectonic plates in tsunami generation?

Back

Movement of tectonic plates can cause underwater earthquakes, leading to tsunamis.

Front

What is wave amplitude?

Back

The maximum distance that the particles of a wave move from their rest position.