Waves review

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Waves that move the particles of the medium parallel to the direction in which the waves are traveling are called

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Longitudinal Waves

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When an ambulance moves TOWARD you, it sounds ________ pitched.

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high

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Short sound waves are...

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high pitched

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The speed of a wave is its wavelength multiplied by its

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Frequency

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In which medium is the speed of sound fastest?

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solid

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What is the definition of a wave?

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

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What are the two main types of waves?

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Mechanical waves and electromagnetic waves.

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What is the difference between transverse and longitudinal waves?

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Transverse waves move particles perpendicular to the direction of wave travel, while longitudinal waves move particles parallel.

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What is wavelength?

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Wavelength is the distance between two consecutive crests or troughs in a wave.

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What is frequency?

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Frequency is the number of waves that pass a point in one second, measured in Hertz (Hz).