Waves Introduction Check

Front

What is the top of a wave called?

Back

Crest

Front

Do waves carry energy from one place to another? (True/False)

Back

False

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Front

How does the amplitude of Jimmy's shouts compare to his whispers?

Back

A greater

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Front

What is the measurement of the distance the particles move from the resting/central point of the wave?

Back

Amplitude

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Front

As the frequency increases, how do the waves change?

Back

They become closer together.

Front

What is the distance between two consecutive crests of a wave called?

Back

Wavelength

Front

What is the term for the lowest point of a wave?

Back

Trough

Front

What happens to the wavelength as the frequency of a wave increases?

Back

The wavelength decreases.

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Front

What is the unit of frequency?

Back

Hertz (Hz)

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Front

What is the relationship between frequency and energy in waves?

Back

Higher frequency means higher energy.