Benchmark Prep: Waves

Front

What color will a material appear if all frequencies of visible light are reflected by it?

Back

White

Front

Which wave has the greatest wavelength in a diagram?

Back

Wave 3

Front

What is it called when a wave strikes an object and bounces off?

Back

Reflection

Front

How are echoes created?

Back

By reflection of sound waves.

Front

What happens to the frequency of a light wave when it moves from one medium to another?

Back

The frequency increases.

Front

What is the definition of a wave?

Back

A disturbance that transfers energy through matter or space.

Front

What is the difference between reflection and refraction?

Back

Reflection is the bouncing back of a wave when it hits a surface, while refraction is the bending of a wave as it passes from one medium to another.

Front

What is the medium in the context of waves?

Back

The substance through which a wave travels.

Front

What is the relationship between wavelength and frequency?

Back

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

Front

What is an example of a transverse wave?

Back

Light waves are an example of transverse waves.