Wave Behavior

Front

What is an echo?

Back

An echo is created when sound bounces off an object.

Front

What type of wave behavior occurs when sound bounces off a surface?

Back

Reflection

Front

What type of wave behavior occurs when waves bend as they enter a new medium?

Back

Refraction

Front

What type of wave behavior occurs when waves spread out after passing through an opening?

Back

Diffraction

Front

What is the definition of reflection?

Back

Bouncing back of waves from a surface that it can’t pass through.

Front

What is refraction?

Back

The bending of waves as they enter a new medium.

Front

What is diffraction?

Back

The bending of waves as they pass through openings or around corners.

Front

What happens to sound waves when they are absorbed?

Back

They lose energy and do not bounce back.

Front

What is the difference between reflection and absorption?

Back

Reflection is when waves bounce back, while absorption is when waves are taken in by a material.

Front

Can you give an example of reflection?

Back

Seeing your image in a mirror.