Waves 1 Test Practice

Front

What is the relationship between frequency and energy in waves?

Back

Higher frequency waves carry more energy.

Front

What happens to the energy of a wave if its frequency is doubled?

Back

The energy is doubled.

Front

What is the term for the material through which a wave travels?

Back

Medium.

Front

What do waves transmit?

Back

Waves transmit only energy.

Front

What is wavelength?

Back

Wavelength is the distance between successive crests of a wave.

Front

How does wavelength relate to frequency?

Back

Higher frequency waves have shorter wavelengths.

Front

What is amplitude in the context of waves?

Back

Amplitude is the maximum displacement of points on a wave from its rest position.

Front

What type of wave requires a medium to travel?

Back

Mechanical waves require a medium to travel.

Front

What is the difference between transverse and longitudinal waves?

Back

Transverse waves oscillate perpendicular to the direction of wave travel, while longitudinal waves oscillate parallel.

Front

What is an example of a transverse wave?

Back

Light waves are an example of transverse waves.