WAVE INTERACTIONS

WAVE INTERACTIONS

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Flashcard

Science

6th Grade

Practice Problem

Hard

NGSS
MS-PS4-2, MS-PS4-1, HS-PS4-1

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the Law of Reflection?

Back

The Law of Reflection states that when a wave (like light) strikes a reflective surface, the angle of incidence is equal to the angle of reflection.

Tags

NGSS.MS-PS4-2

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is diffraction?

Back

Diffraction is the bending of waves around obstacles or through openings, causing the waves to spread out.

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NGSS.MS-PS4-2

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Can only light waves be reflected?

Back

False. Other types of waves, such as sound waves and water waves, can also be reflected.

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NGSS.MS-PS4-2

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is reflection in wave interactions?

Back

Reflection occurs when a wave bounces back after hitting a barrier, maintaining its energy and direction.

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NGSS.MS-PS4-2

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What happens to a wave when it enters a new medium?

Back

When a wave enters a new medium, it changes speed, which can cause it to bend.

Tags

NGSS.MS-PS4-2

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is refraction?

Back

Refraction is the change in direction of a wave as it passes from one medium to another due to a change in speed.

Tags

NGSS.MS-PS4-2

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the angle of incidence?

Back

The angle of incidence is the angle between the incoming wave and the normal (a line perpendicular to the surface at the point of incidence).

Tags

NGSS.MS-PS4-2

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