2/14 Sci Starter

2/14 Sci Starter

Assessment

Flashcard

Science

8th Grade

Practice Problem

Hard

NGSS
MS-PS4-2, MS-PS4-1, HS-PS4-1

Standards-aligned

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is Refraction?

Back

Refraction is the bending of a wave as it passes from one medium to another, changing its speed.

Tags

NGSS.MS-PS4-2

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What happens during Reflection?

Back

Reflection occurs when a wave bounces off a surface.

Tags

NGSS.MS-PS4-2

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Define Interference in wave behavior.

Back

Interference is when two or more waves meet and combine to form a larger or smaller amplitude.

Tags

NGSS.MS-PS4-1

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is an example of Refraction in everyday life?

Back

An example of refraction is when a straw appears bent when placed in a glass of water.

Tags

NGSS.MS-PS4-2

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What does Absorption mean in the context of waves?

Back

Absorption is the transfer of energy from a wave to the medium through which it travels.

Tags

NGSS.MS-PS4-2

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is Diffraction?

Back

Diffraction is the bending of waves around obstacles or through openings.

Tags

NGSS.MS-PS4-2

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Explain the term 'Amplitude'.

Back

Amplitude is the maximum extent of a wave's displacement from its rest position.

Tags

NGSS.MS-PS4-1

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