Physical Science Chapter 8: (Waves)
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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is a longitudinal wave?
Back
A type of wave where matter moves back and forth along the same direction that the wave travels.
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is a transverse wave?
Back
A type of wave where oscillations occur perpendicular to the direction of energy transfer.
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is radiation in the context of waves?
Back
A type of wave that can transfer energy without the need for matter.
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is interference in wave behavior?
Back
The process where two or more waves overlap and combine to form a new wave.
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is compression in wave terminology?
Back
A region in a longitudinal wave where particles are closest together.
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is rarefaction in wave terminology?
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A region in a longitudinal wave where particles are spread apart.
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is the difference between mechanical and electromagnetic waves?
Back
Mechanical waves require a medium to travel through, while electromagnetic waves do not.
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