Fall Semester Review OL 24-25

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What is a Transverse Wave?

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A type of wave where the particle movement is perpendicular to the direction of wave propagation, such as in light waves.

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What is a Longitudinal Wave?

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A type of wave where the particle movement is parallel to the direction of wave propagation, such as in sound waves.

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What is Density?

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Density is the mass of a substance divided by its volume, often expressed in grams per cubic centimeter (g/cm³).

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What is a Homogeneous Mixture?

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A mixture that has a uniform composition throughout, such as solutions where the solute is completely dissolved.

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What is a Heterogeneous Mixture?

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A mixture that does not have a uniform composition, where the different components can be seen and separated, such as salad.

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What is Gravitational Potential Energy?

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The energy an object possesses due to its position in a gravitational field, calculated as mass times height times the acceleration due to gravity (PE = mgh).

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What is Radiant Energy?

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Energy that travels in waves and can be emitted by sources like the sun; it includes visible light, ultraviolet light, and infrared radiation.

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What is Chemical Energy?

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Energy stored in the bonds of chemical compounds, which can be released during a chemical reaction.

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What is the Principle of Buoyancy?

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The principle stating that an object submerged in a fluid experiences an upward force equal to the weight of the fluid displaced by the object.

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What is the Law of Conservation of Energy?

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A principle stating that energy cannot be created or destroyed, only transformed from one form to another.