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Properties of Waves Review

Properties of Waves Review

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Science

8th Grade

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Hard

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a transverse wave?

Back

A wave in which the particles of the medium move perpendicular to the direction of the wave's travel, such as in water waves.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a longitudinal wave?

Back

A wave in which the particles of the medium move parallel to the direction of the wave's travel, such as in sound waves.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What are the main components of a transverse wave?

Back

Crests and troughs.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What are the main components of a longitudinal wave?

Back

Compressions and rarefactions.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What do waves carry from place to place?

Back

Energy, but not matter or particles.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

How does the movement of particles in a transverse wave differ from that in a longitudinal wave?

Back

In a transverse wave, particles move up and down, while in a longitudinal wave, particles move back and forth.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the definition of wavelength?

Back

The distance between two consecutive crests or troughs in a wave.

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