Waves

Front

What is the frequency of infrared waves?

Back

10^12 Hz

Front

What is the frequency of an x-ray?

Back

1.41 x 10^18 Hz

Front

What number represents the wavelength in a wave equation?

Back

1

Front

What is the wavelength of an infrared ray?

Back

10^-5 m

Front

The frequency of a wave is measured in _____________.

Back

hertz

Front

Define wavelength.

Back

The distance between successive crests of a wave, typically measured in meters.

Front

What is the relationship between frequency and wavelength?

Back

Frequency is inversely proportional to wavelength; as frequency increases, wavelength decreases.

Front

What is the speed of light in a vacuum?

Back

Approximately 3 x 10^8 m/s.

Front

What is the formula to calculate the speed of a wave?

Back

Speed = Frequency x Wavelength.

Front

What type of wave is an x-ray classified as?

Back

Electromagnetic wave.