U5 Wave Patterns and Properties

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What are mechanical waves?

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Mechanical waves are waves that require a medium (solid, liquid, or gas) to travel through. Examples include sound waves and water waves.

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Which waves are considered mechanical waves?

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Sound waves are considered mechanical waves.

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What is the definition of wave speed?

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Wave speed is the distance a wave travels in a given amount of time.

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True or False: The speed of a wave is how far the wave travels in a given amount of time.

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True

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What is the medium in the context of waves?

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The medium is the material through which a wave travels.

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What is refraction?

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Refraction is the bending of waves as they pass from one medium to another, changing speed.

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What is reflection in wave behavior?

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Reflection is when a wave bounces back after hitting a barrier.

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What is diffraction?

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Diffraction is the spreading out of waves when they pass through a narrow opening or around obstacles.

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What is interference in wave patterns?

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Interference occurs when two or more waves overlap and combine to form a new wave pattern.

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What part of the electromagnetic spectrum can humans see?

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Humans can see visible light.