Wave Properties and Interactions

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What happens to the wavelength when the amplitude is constant and frequency increases?

Back

The wavelength decreases.

Front

Define wavelength in the context of wave properties.

Back

Wavelength is the distance between two corresponding points on consecutive waves.

Front

How does energy relate to frequency in wave properties?

Back

As frequency increases, the energy of the wave also increases.

Front

What is refraction in wave interactions?

Back

Refraction occurs when a wave bends as it passes at an angle from one medium to a different medium.

Front

What is reflection in wave behavior?

Back

Reflection occurs when a wave bounces back from a barrier.

Front

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

Back

Frequency and wavelength are inversely related; as frequency increases, wavelength decreases.

Front

What is the formula for wave speed?

Back

Wave speed = frequency × wavelength.

Front

What is the principle of superposition in wave interactions?

Back

The principle of superposition states that when two or more waves overlap, the resulting wave displacement is the sum of the individual displacements.

Front

What is constructive interference in wave interactions?

Back

Constructive interference occurs when two waves meet in phase, resulting in a wave of greater amplitude.

Front

What is destructive interference in wave interactions?

Back

Destructive interference occurs when two waves meet out of phase, resulting in a wave of lesser amplitude.