Waves Review

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As the frequency of a wave increases, what happens to the wavelength?

Back

The wavelength decreases.

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What part of a wave is represented by the letter(s) D?

Back

The trough of the wave.

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What number in a wave diagram typically represents the wavelength?

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1.

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What is the term for the phenomenon when two waves combine to produce a smaller amplitude?

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Destructive Interference.

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What number in a wave diagram typically represents the amplitude?

Back

2.

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Define frequency in the context of waves.

Back

Frequency is the number of cycles of a wave that pass a point in one second.

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

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They are inversely related; as frequency increases, wavelength decreases.

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What is amplitude in a wave?

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Amplitude is the maximum displacement of points on a wave from its rest position.

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What is constructive interference?

Back

Constructive interference occurs when two waves meet and combine to produce a larger amplitude.

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What is the formula for wave speed?

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Wave speed = frequency × wavelength.

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