Light Waves Ch. 1 and Ch.2 AMplify Enns

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What is a transverse wave?

Back

A transverse wave is a type of wave where the motion of the medium is perpendicular to the direction of the wave's travel.

Front

What measures the wavelength of a wave?

Back

The wavelength is measured as the distance between two consecutive peaks or troughs of a wave.

Front

How does light from the sun affect the color of a rug?

Back

Light from the sun can cause the rug to fade by transferring energy to the rug, which can change its color over time.

Front

What happens when a material transmits light?

Back

When a material transmits light, it allows light to pass through without changing the light's properties.

Front

What is amplitude in the context of waves?

Back

Amplitude is the maximum extent of a wave's oscillation, which is related to the energy of the wave.

Front

Does a larger amplitude mean less energy?

Back

False. A larger amplitude indicates more energy in the wave.

Front

What is absorption of light?

Back

Absorption of light occurs when a material takes in light energy, which can lead to changes in the material.

Front

What is reflection of light?

Back

Reflection of light is when light bounces off a surface instead of passing through it.

Front

What is the difference between sunlight and light from a desk lamp in terms of energy?

Back

Sunlight carries more energy than light from a desk lamp, which is why it can melt certain materials.

Front

What is the role of energy in light interactions with materials?

Back

Energy from light can be absorbed, transmitted, or reflected by materials, affecting their properties.