Wave Properties Flashcard

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What is a wave?

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A disturbance that transfers energy from place to place.

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What are the two main types of waves?

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Transverse waves and longitudinal waves.

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What is wavelength?

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The distance between two consecutive points in phase on a wave, such as crest to crest.

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What is frequency?

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The number of waves that pass a point in one second, measured in Hertz (Hz).

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What is amplitude?

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The maximum distance that points on a wave move from their rest position, related to the energy of the wave.

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What is the medium in wave propagation?

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The substance through which a wave travels, such as air, water, or solid materials.

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What is the difference between transverse and longitudinal waves?

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In transverse waves, the particle movement is perpendicular to the direction of wave travel; in longitudinal waves, it is parallel.

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What is visible light?

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The part of the electromagnetic spectrum that can be seen by the human eye.

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What is the role of the cornea in the eye?

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The cornea is the transparent front part of the eye that lets light in.

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How do waves carry energy?

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Waves transfer energy through the vibration of particles in the medium.