Waves

Front

What are the parts of a longitudinal wave where the coils are close together called?

Back

Compressions

Front

What is the term for all the possible energy levels of electromagnetic radiation?

Back

Electromagnetic Spectrum

Front

Which type of electromagnetic radiation has the shortest wavelength?

Back

Gamma rays

Front

What is an example of a longitudinal wave?

Back

Sound wave

Front

In which unit is the frequency of a wave measured?

Back

Hertz

Front

What is the term for the distance between two consecutive crests of a wave?

Back

Wavelength

Front

What is the relationship between frequency and wavelength in a wave?

Back

Frequency is inversely proportional to wavelength.

Front

What type of wave is characterized by oscillations that are perpendicular to the direction of wave travel?

Back

Transverse wave

Front

What is the speed of a wave if its frequency is 10 Hz and its wavelength is 2 meters?

Back

20 m/s (Speed = Frequency x Wavelength)

Front

What phenomenon occurs when a wave changes direction as it passes from one medium to another?

Back

Refraction