Light and Sound Waves Review

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What is the wavelength of infrared waves compared to ultraviolet waves?

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The wavelength of infrared waves is longer than that of ultraviolet waves.

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Which of the following is NOT an electromagnetic wave?

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Sound is NOT an electromagnetic wave.

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What makes a low pitch sound?

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A low pitch sound is produced by slow vibrations.

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What type of waves are light waves?

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Light waves are transverse waves.

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How does the speed of sound in water compare to its speed in air?

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The speed of sound in water is faster than in air.

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Define electromagnetic waves.

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Electromagnetic waves are waves that can travel through the vacuum of space and do not require a medium.

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What is the speed of light in a vacuum?

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The speed of light in a vacuum is approximately 299,792 kilometers per second.

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What is the relationship between frequency and wavelength in waves?

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

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What is a transverse wave?

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A transverse wave is a wave in which the motion of the medium is perpendicular to the direction of the wave.

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What is a longitudinal wave?

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A longitudinal wave is a wave in which the motion of the medium is parallel to the direction of the wave.