Wave Introduction Flashcard

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What happens to the speed of a wave if its frequency increases while the wavelength remains constant?

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The speed increases.

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What is the wavelength of a wave?

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The wavelength is the distance between two consecutive points that are in phase, such as crest to crest or trough to trough.

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Which wave has the fastest speed?

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The wave with the highest frequency and shortest wavelength has the fastest speed.

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How is the energy of a wave related to its amplitude?

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Energy is directly proportional to the square of the amplitude.

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What does amplitude refer to in a wave?

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Amplitude is the maximum displacement of points on a wave from its rest position.

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If two waves have the same frequency, how can you determine which has more energy?

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The wave with the larger amplitude has more energy.

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What is the relationship between frequency and wavelength in a wave?

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Frequency and wavelength are inversely related; as frequency increases, wavelength decreases.

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What is a wave?

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A wave is a disturbance that transfers energy from one place to another without transferring matter.

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What are the two main types of waves?

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The two main types of waves are mechanical waves and electromagnetic waves.

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What is a mechanical wave?

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A mechanical wave is a wave that requires a medium (solid, liquid, or gas) to travel through.