Sound and Light Review

Front

What is light that the human eye can see called?

Back

Visible light

Front

What is an example of a transverse wave?

Back

A firefighter turns on his headlamp.

Front

Which material does sound travel through the fastest?

Back

Wooden bookshelf

Front

How does a prism affect the wavelengths of white light?

Back

White light is bent and separated into different wavelengths.

Front

What are the three types of matter through which sound can travel?

Back

Solids, liquids, and gases.

Front

What is sound?

Back

Sound is a type of energy made by vibrations.

Front

What is a wave?

Back

A wave is a disturbance that transfers energy from one place to another.

Front

What is the difference between a transverse wave and a longitudinal wave?

Back

In a transverse wave, the medium moves perpendicular to the direction of the wave, while in a longitudinal wave, the medium moves parallel to the direction of the wave.

Front

What is the speed of sound in air compared to water?

Back

Sound travels faster in water than in air.

Front

What is reflection of light?

Back

Reflection is when light bounces off a surface.