Waves Properties and Behavior

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What is Refraction?

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Refraction is the bending of a wave as it passes from one medium to another, changing its speed.

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What type of wave is a Longitudinal wave?

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A Longitudinal wave is a wave in which the particle displacement is parallel to the direction of wave propagation, such as sound waves.

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What are Sound waves classified as?

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Sound waves are classified as Longitudinal waves.

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What is Constructive Interference?

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Constructive Interference occurs when two or more waves meet and combine to produce a wave of greater amplitude.

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What is the statement: 'Waves transport energy but not matter'?

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This statement is True; waves carry energy through a medium without transporting the medium itself.

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What is Reflection in wave behavior?

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Reflection is the bouncing back of a wave when it hits a barrier or a different medium.

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What is Diffraction?

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Diffraction is the bending of waves around obstacles and openings.

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What is Destructive Interference?

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Destructive Interference occurs when two waves meet and combine to produce a wave of lesser amplitude.

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What is the difference between Transverse and Longitudinal waves?

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In Transverse waves, particle displacement is perpendicular to wave direction, while in Longitudinal waves, it is parallel.

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What is an example of a Transverse wave?

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An example of a Transverse wave is a wave on a string or electromagnetic waves.