Waves

Waves

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Physics

8th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a wave?

Back

A wave is a disturbance that transfers energy through space or matter, typically characterized by oscillations or vibrations.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What are mechanical waves?

Back

Mechanical waves are waves that require a medium (solid, liquid, or gas) to travel through, such as sound waves and ocean waves.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the crest of a wave?

Back

The crest is the highest point of a wave.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the trough of a wave?

Back

The trough is the lowest point of a wave.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is wavelength?

Back

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

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is amplitude?

Back

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

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the difference between transverse and longitudinal waves?

Back

In transverse waves, the oscillation is perpendicular to the direction of wave travel (e.g., light waves), while in longitudinal waves, the oscillation is parallel to the direction of wave travel (e.g., sound waves).

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