Sound and Light Waves

Front

What happens to the particles of a medium when a transverse wave passes through it?

Back

Particles move back and forth perpendicular to the wave.

Front

What is something that emits light called?

Back

light source

Front

What is a source of sound?

Back

a vibration

Front

What happens to the energy of a wave as you increase its amplitude?

Back

Energy increases.

Front

Why do diamonds look shiny?

Back

They reflect light waves.

Front

What type of wave is characterized by particle motion that is perpendicular to the direction of wave propagation?

Back

Transverse wave.

Front

What type of wave is characterized by particle motion that is parallel to the direction of wave propagation?

Back

Longitudinal wave.

Front

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

Back

Wavelength.

Front

What is the term for the maximum displacement of a wave from its rest position?

Back

Amplitude.

Front

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

Back

Higher frequency means shorter wavelength.