Waves & Thermal Energy Review

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What is the definition of wavelength?

Back

Wavelength is the distance between two consecutive crests or troughs in a wave.

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What type of heat transfer occurs when the sun warms the sand?

Back

Radiation is the transfer of heat through electromagnetic waves.

Front

What do insulators do to thermal energy transfer?

Back

Insulators minimize thermal energy transfer.

Front

What does a wave carry from place to place?

Back

A wave carries energy from one location to another.

Front

What is the dense portion of a longitudinal wave called?

Back

The dense portion of a longitudinal wave is called compression.

Front

What is amplitude in relation to waves?

Back

Amplitude is the maximum distance a wave moves from its rest position.

Front

What is the difference between conduction and convection?

Back

Conduction is the transfer of heat through direct contact, while convection is the transfer of heat through the movement of fluids.

Front

What is a crest in a wave?

Back

A crest is the highest point of a wave.

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What is a trough in a wave?

Back

A trough is the lowest point of a wave.

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What is the rest position of a wave?

Back

The rest position is the baseline level of the wave when there is no disturbance.