Waves

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What are cones in the human eye?

Back

Cones are photoreceptor cells in the retina that detect color and are responsible for color vision.

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What happens to frequency when wavelength increases?

Back

When the wavelength increases, the frequency decreases.

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Why does a blue t-shirt appear blue?

Back

A blue t-shirt appears blue because it reflects blue light and absorbs other colors.

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What is amplitude in the context of waves?

Back

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

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How are transverse waves characterized?

Back

Transverse waves are characterized by particle motion that is perpendicular to the direction of wave propagation.

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What is the definition of wavelength?

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

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What is the relationship between frequency and wavelength?

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Frequency and wavelength are inversely related; as one increases, the other decreases.

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What is reflection in terms of light waves?

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Reflection is the bouncing back of light waves when they hit a surface.

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What is refraction?

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Refraction is the bending of light waves as they pass from one medium to another.

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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.