Unit 1 Waves

Front

What happens when the amplitude of a wave increases?

Back

The sound gets louder.

Front

What do waves carry and transfer?

Back

Energy.

Front

What type of wave does a light wave resemble?

Back

Transverse wave.

Front

What type of electromagnetic wave can the human eye see?

Back

Visible Light.

Front

What electromagnetic wave do humans emit as heat energy?

Back

Infrared light.

Front

Define a wave.

Back

A disturbance that transfers energy from one place to another.

Front

What are the two main types of waves?

Back

Transverse waves and compressional (longitudinal) waves.

Front

Give an example of a transverse wave.

Back

Light waves.

Front

Give an example of a compressional wave.

Back

Sound waves.

Front

What is the relationship between frequency and pitch in sound waves?

Back

Higher frequency results in a higher pitch.