Waves- Physical Science

Front

A sound wave is produced in a metal cylinder by striking one end. Which of the following occurs as the wave travels along the cylinder? Its amplitude increases. Its frequency increases. It transfers matter. It transfers energy.

Back

It transfers energy.

Front

A radio station transmits to a receiving antenna. The radio wave sent is a

Back

Transverse Wave

Front

A stretched spring attached to two fixed points is compressed on one end and released. The resulting wave travels back and forth between the two fixed ends of the spring until it comes to a stop. This mechanical wave is an example of a

Back

Longitudinal Wave

Front

Astronauts on the Moon would not be able to hear a landslide because

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air molecules on the Moon are too far apart to carry sound.

Front

Sound waves cannot carry energy through space.

Back

space

Front

Where does visible light fall on the electromagnetic spectrum?

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between infrared and ultraviolet

Front

In a vacuum, radio waves, visible light waves, and x-rays all have the same

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speed

Front

Which of the following choices best explains why grass on a distant hillside appears green?
Grass reflects all colors except green.
Grass absorbs only green light from the sun.
Grass reflects green light more than any other color.
Your eyes absorb only green light.

Back

Grass reflects green light more than any other color.

Front

The two waves in the images are traveling at the same speed. Which statement best describes the difference between the waves?

Back

Wave A has a lower frequency than wave B.

Front

What happens to the path of a light ray as it passes from air into water at an angle?

Back

Its path bends.