Waves-Ms J
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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is a compressional wave?
Back
A type of wave where the particles of the medium move parallel to the direction of the wave's travel, consisting of compressions and rarefactions.
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What are compressions and rarefactions in a compressional wave?
Back
Compressions are regions where particles are close together, while rarefactions are regions where particles are spread apart.
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What do waves transfer?
Back
Waves transfer energy.
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is amplitude in the context of waves?
Back
Amplitude is the maximum height of a wave measured from the equilibrium position to the crest or trough.
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the wavelength of a wave?
Back
Wavelength is the distance between two consecutive crests or troughs in a wave.
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is frequency and how is it measured?
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Frequency is the number of waves that pass a point in one second, measured in Hertz (Hz).
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What happens to light when it hits a mirror?
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Light is reflected when it hits a mirror.
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