Q2 - Level 9 Waves

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What is frequency in the context of waves?

Back

Frequency is a measurement of how many waves pass through a given point in a specific amount of time, usually measured in Hertz (Hz).

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What type of energy is carried by longitudinal waves?

Back

Longitudinal waves transfer sound energy.

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What do waves transfer?

Back

Waves transfer energy from one place to another without transferring matter.

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What is amplitude in wave terminology?

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Amplitude is the height of a wave measured from the rest position to the crest or trough.

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What is wavelength?

Back

Wavelength is the distance between two consecutive crests or troughs in a wave.

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What is a transverse wave?

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A transverse wave is a type of wave where the particle movement is perpendicular to the direction of wave propagation.

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What is a longitudinal wave?

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A longitudinal wave is a type of wave where the particle movement is parallel to the direction of wave propagation.

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How does sound travel through different mediums?

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Sound travels through solids, liquids, and gases as longitudinal waves, with different speeds depending on the medium.

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What is the relationship between frequency and wavelength?

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Frequency and wavelength are inversely related; as frequency increases, wavelength decreases, and vice versa.

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What is the speed of a wave?

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The speed of a wave is calculated by multiplying its frequency by its wavelength (Speed = Frequency x Wavelength).