8C Waves Review

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What is a transverse wave?

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A transverse wave is a type of wave in which the motion of the medium is perpendicular to the direction of the wave's travel.

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What is a longitudinal wave?

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A longitudinal wave is a type of wave in which the motion of the medium is parallel to the direction of the wave's travel.

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What do all waves carry?

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All waves carry energy.

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What type of wave is sound?

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Sound travels in longitudinal waves.

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What type of wave is light?

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Light is a transverse wave.

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What is the relationship between wave speed, frequency, and wavelength?

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Wave speed is equal to the product of frequency and wavelength (Wave Speed = Frequency x Wavelength).

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What is the definition of wavelength?

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Wavelength is the distance between two consecutive points that are in phase on a wave, such as crest to crest or trough to trough.

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What is frequency in the context of waves?

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Frequency is the number of waves that pass a given point in one second, measured in hertz (Hz).

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What is amplitude in wave terminology?

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Amplitude is the maximum displacement of points on a wave from the rest position, indicating the energy of the wave.

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What is the medium in the context of wave propagation?

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The medium is the substance through which a wave travels, such as air, water, or solid materials.