Waves

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What are waves?

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Waves are disturbances that transfer energy from one place to another without transferring matter.

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Do waves transfer matter?

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No, waves do not transfer matter; they transfer energy.

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What is amplitude in a wave?

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Amplitude is the height of the wave from its rest position to its peak.

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What is wavelength?

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

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What emits sound waves?

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Objects like phones, musical instruments, and voices emit sound waves.

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What emits light waves?

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Objects like light bulbs and the sun emit light waves.

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What is a peak in a wave?

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A peak is the highest point of a wave.

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What is a trough in a wave?

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A trough is the lowest point of a wave.

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Can waves travel through water?

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Yes, waves can travel through water, causing objects to move up and down.

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What is echolocation?

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Echolocation is a method used by some animals to locate objects by reflecting sound waves.

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