Physical Science Chapter 8: (Waves)

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What is a longitudinal wave?

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A type of wave where matter moves back and forth along the same direction that the wave travels.

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What is a transverse wave?

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A type of wave where oscillations occur perpendicular to the direction of energy transfer.

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What is radiation in the context of waves?

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A type of wave that can transfer energy without the need for matter.

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What is interference in wave behavior?

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The process where two or more waves overlap and combine to form a new wave.

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What is compression in wave terminology?

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A region in a longitudinal wave where particles are closest together.

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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.

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What is the difference between mechanical and electromagnetic waves?

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Mechanical waves require a medium to travel through, while electromagnetic waves do not.

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What is the principle of superposition?

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The principle stating that when two or more waves overlap, the resulting wave is the sum of the individual waves.

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What is a standing wave?

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A wave that remains in a constant position, formed by the interference of two waves traveling in opposite directions.

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What is reflection in wave behavior?

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The bouncing back of a wave when it hits a barrier.