Waves

Front

What occurs as a light wave bends when it passes from one medium into another?

Back

Refraction

Front

What is the term for how many waves pass a given point every second?

Back

Frequency

Front

What is the highest point on a transverse wave?

Back

Crest

Front

What is the lowest point on a transverse wave?

Back

Trough

Front

What is how loud or soft a sound is, depending on the amplitude?

Back

Intensity

Front

Why can't you hear ultrasound?

Back

Because it is high frequency.

Front

What is the distance between two consecutive crests or troughs in a wave?

Back

Wavelength

Front

What is the term for the maximum displacement of points on a wave from the rest position?

Back

Amplitude

Front

What is the phenomenon called when two waves meet and combine to form a new wave?

Back

Interference

Front

What type of wave requires a medium to travel through?

Back

Mechanical wave