Waves Study Guide_T

Front

What is the method of energy transfer from a vibrating object to our ears?

Back

By sound waves.

Front

What happens to objects when they absorb light?

Back

They begin to feel hot.

Front

What type of waves require a medium to travel through?

Back

Sound waves.

Front

How is information transferred from our eyes to our brain?

Back

By nerves.

Front

What can mediums be classified as?

Back

Solid, Liquid, or Gas.

Front

What are sound waves?

Back

Vibrations that travel through a medium and can be heard when they reach a person's or animal's ear.

Front

What is a medium in the context of wave propagation?

Back

A substance through which a wave can travel.

Front

Can light waves travel through a vacuum?

Back

Yes, light waves can travel through a vacuum.

Front

What is the difference between mechanical waves and electromagnetic waves?

Back

Mechanical waves require a medium to travel, while electromagnetic waves do not.

Front

What is an example of a solid medium for sound waves?

Back

A metal rod.