Waves Test Review

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What does frequency represent?

Back

The number of vibrations per unit time.

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What is the correct formula for speed?

Back

Distance traveled divided by time.

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What does a prism allow you to do?

Back

Separate white light into different colors.

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What happens to a wave when a heavy stone is dropped from the highest height?

Back

The wave has a higher amplitude.

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What is the correct formula for wavelength?

Back

The distance between two consecutive crests or troughs.

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What is amplitude in a wave?

Back

The maximum displacement of a wave from its rest position.

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What is a wave?

Back

A disturbance that transfers energy from one place to another.

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What are the two main types of waves?

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Transverse waves and longitudinal waves.

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What is a transverse wave?

Back

A wave where the particles move perpendicular to the direction of the wave.

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What is a longitudinal wave?

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A wave where the particles move parallel to the direction of the wave.