Semester Topic Review: Waves

Front

What type of telescope would a scientist use to collect data on a wavelength longer than infrared?

Back

Microwave telescope is used to collect data on wavelengths longer than infrared.

Front

As the wavelength increases, the frequency ____

Back

decreases.

Front

Water waves and light waves are both examples of ___

Back

Transverse Waves.

Front

The lowest point on the transverse wave is called_______

Back

Trough.

Front

Which type of electromagnetic wave has the shortest wavelength?

Back

Gamma rays.

Front

What is the definition of a wave?

Back

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

Front

What are the two main types of waves?

Back

Transverse waves and longitudinal waves.

Front

What is a transverse wave?

Back

A wave in which the particles of the medium move perpendicular to the direction of the wave.

Front

What is a longitudinal wave?

Back

A wave in which the particles of the medium move parallel to the direction of the wave.

Front

What is wavelength?

Back

The distance between two consecutive crests or troughs in a wave.