Waves and Wave Properties

Front

If a wave has a short wavelength, it will have __________ energy.

Back

High energy waves are associated with short wavelengths.

Front

If a wave has a high amplitude, it will have __________ energy.

Back

High amplitude indicates high energy in a wave.

Front

Which of the following is a mechanical wave? (X-ray, Infrared, Radio waves, Sound)

Back

Sound is a mechanical wave that requires a medium to travel.

Front

The length of a wave, from crest to crest or trough to trough is called __________.

Back

Wavelength.

Front

What is the correct formula for wave speed?

Back

Wave speed = frequency x wavelength.

Front

What is a wave?

Back

A wave is a disturbance that transfers energy through space or matter.

Front

What are the two main types of waves?

Back

Mechanical waves and electromagnetic waves.

Front

What is amplitude in a wave?

Back

Amplitude is the maximum displacement of points on a wave from its rest position.

Front

What is frequency in the context of waves?

Back

Frequency is the number of waves that pass a point in one second.

Front

What is the relationship between wavelength and frequency?

Back

Wavelength and frequency are inversely related; as one increases, the other decreases.