Waves- Test Review

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What happens when an electron drops from a higher to a lower energy level?

Back

Emission of light occurs.

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What is resonance in the context of waves?

Back

Resonance occurs when vibrations traveling through an object match the object's natural frequency.

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Which wave has a greater frequency, A or B?

Back

Wave A has a greater frequency.

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How does light behave in terms of its nature?

Back

Light behaves like both a particle and a wave.

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What is the term for the number of waves that pass in a certain amount of time?

Back

Frequency.

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Define wavelength.

Back

Wavelength is the distance between successive crests of a wave.

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What is amplitude in wave terminology?

Back

Amplitude is the maximum extent of a wave's oscillation, measured from its rest position.

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What is the difference between reflection and refraction?

Back

Reflection is the bouncing back of a wave when it hits a barrier, while refraction is the bending of a wave as it passes from one medium to another.

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What is the formula for calculating frequency?

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Frequency (f) = Number of waves / Time period.

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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.