Mechanical Waves Practice

Front

What is a mechanical wave?

Back

A mechanical wave is a wave that requires a medium (solid, liquid, or gas) to travel through. Examples include sound waves and water waves.

Front

Which of the following is NOT a mechanical wave?

Back

Electromagnetic wave.

Front

What is the definition of amplitude in a wave?

Back

Amplitude is the height of a wave from its resting position to its crest or trough.

Front

What is the term for the distance between two corresponding parts of a wave?

Back

Wavelength.

Front

What type of wave is characterized by particle motion parallel to the direction of wave propagation?

Back

Longitudinal wave.

Front

What type of wave is characterized by particle motion perpendicular to the direction of wave propagation?

Back

Transverse wave.

Front

What is a crest in a wave?

Back

A crest is the highest point of a wave.

Front

What is a trough in a wave?

Back

A trough is the lowest point of a wave.

Front

How does frequency relate to wave energy?

Back

Higher frequency waves carry more energy than lower frequency waves.

Front

What is the relationship between wavelength and frequency?

Back

Wavelength and frequency are inversely related; as wavelength increases, frequency decreases.