Transverse and Longitudinal Waves

Transverse and Longitudinal Waves

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Science

6th - 8th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a transverse wave?

Back

A wave in which the disturbance moves perpendicular to the direction of the wave motion, such as waves on a string.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a longitudinal wave?

Back

A wave in which the disturbance moves parallel to the direction of the wave motion, such as sound waves.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What do all waves carry?

Back

Energy.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

How does a transverse wave move?

Back

The particles of the medium move up and down while the wave travels horizontally.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

How does a longitudinal wave move?

Back

The particles of the medium move back and forth in the same direction as the wave travels.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the main difference between transverse and longitudinal waves?

Back

Transverse waves have particle motion perpendicular to wave direction, while longitudinal waves have particle motion parallel to wave direction.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Can you give an example of a transverse wave?

Back

Light waves and waves on a string are examples of transverse waves.

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