Waves and Wave Properties
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Science
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7th Grade
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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the definition of wavelength?
Back
Wavelength is the distance between two consecutive crests or troughs in a wave.
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NGSS.MS-PS4-1
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is amplitude in wave properties?
Back
Amplitude is the maximum distance that points on a wave, such as crests or troughs, move from their rest position.
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NGSS.MS-PS4-1
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is a crest in a wave?
Back
A crest is the highest point of a wave.
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is a trough in a wave?
Back
A trough is the lowest point of a wave.
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What type of wave cannot travel through a vacuum?
Back
A mechanical wave cannot travel through a vacuum.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
How do the oscillations of a transverse wave move in relation to energy transfer?
Back
The oscillations of a transverse wave move perpendicular to its energy transfer.
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NGSS.MS-PS4-1
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the relationship between wavelength and frequency?
Back
Wavelength and frequency are inversely related; as wavelength increases, frequency decreases.
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NGSS.HS-PS4-1
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