wave properties

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What is the definition of a wave?

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A wave is a disturbance that transfers energy from one place to another without transferring matter.

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What are the two main types of waves?

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Mechanical waves and electromagnetic waves.

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What is frequency in the context of waves?

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Frequency is the number of waves that pass a given point in one second, measured in Hertz (Hz).

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What is wavelength?

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Wavelength is the distance between two consecutive points in phase on a wave, such as crest to crest or trough to trough.

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What is amplitude?

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

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What is the relationship between frequency and wavelength?

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Frequency and wavelength are inversely related; as frequency increases, wavelength decreases, and vice versa.

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What is reflection in wave behavior?

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Reflection is the bouncing back of a wave when it hits a barrier.

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What is refraction?

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Refraction is the bending of a wave as it passes from one medium to another due to a change in speed.

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What is diffraction?

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Diffraction is the spreading out of waves when they pass through a narrow opening or around obstacles.

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What is constructive interference?

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Constructive interference occurs when two waves meet in phase, resulting in a wave of greater amplitude.