WAVES Pacer test review

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What is the highest point on a wave called?

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The highest point on a wave is called the crest.

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What type of waves do cell phones use?

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Cell phones use microwaves.

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What do waves transfer?

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Waves are a transfer of energy.

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What happens to the amplitude of a mechanical wave when it has more energy?

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The amplitude increases.

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What behavior is depicted when a wave bounces off a surface?

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This behavior is called reflection.

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What is the lowest point on a wave called?

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The lowest point on a wave is called the trough.

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What type of wave is used in microwave ovens?

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Microwaves are used in microwave ovens.

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What is the term for the bending of waves as they pass from one medium to another?

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This phenomenon is called refraction.

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What is the term for the spreading of waves as they pass through a narrow opening?

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This phenomenon is called diffraction.

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What is the relationship between energy and amplitude in waves?

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More energy in a wave results in a greater amplitude.