Wave Patterns

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What is the definition of amplitude in wave physics?

Back

The amplitude of a wave is the maximum displacement from the rest position.

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What happens to light when it reflects?

Back

Light reflects when it bounces off an obstacle.

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What type of wave moves with the y-axis?

Back

A wave that moves with the y-axis is a transverse wave.

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What type of energy is light radiation?

Back

Light radiation is photon energy.

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What occurs during the interference of light waves?

Back

Interference happens when light waves disturb each other.

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

Back

Wavelength and frequency are inversely related; as one increases, the other decreases.

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What is the formula for calculating wave speed?

Back

Wave speed can be calculated using the formula: speed = wavelength × frequency.

Front

What is a longitudinal wave?

Back

A longitudinal wave is a wave in which the particle displacement is parallel to the direction of wave propagation.

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What is the principle of superposition in wave theory?

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

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What is refraction in the context of wave behavior?

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Refraction is the bending of waves as they pass from one medium to another due to a change in speed.