Waves

Waves

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Physics

9th - 12th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is reflection in the context of waves?

Back

Reflection occurs when a wave strikes an object and bounces off, such as an echo.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Define wavelength.

Back

Wavelength is measured as the length from a wave's crest to crest or trough to trough.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What type of wave behavior occurs when a wave bounces off a surface?

Back

Reflection.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

How can you identify the wave with the greatest wavelength in a diagram?

Back

The wave with the greatest wavelength will have the longest distance between consecutive crests or troughs.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Through which mediums can sound travel?

Back

Sound can travel through solid, liquid, and gas; therefore, it can travel through all of the above.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is refraction?

Back

Refraction is the bending of waves as they pass from one medium to another, changing speed.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Explain diffraction.

Back

Diffraction is the spreading out of waves when they pass through a narrow opening or around obstacles.

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