Waves Flashcard Review

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What is Amplitude in waves?

Back

Amplitude is the maximum extent of a vibration or oscillation, measured from the position of equilibrium. It represents the height of the wave.

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Which letters represent Amplitude?

Back

W and Y.

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What type of wave is Light?

Back

Light is an example of a Transverse wave.

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What is Wavelength?

Back

Wavelength is the distance between successive crests of a wave, typically measured in meters.

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Which letter represents Wavelength?

Back

X.

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What is Frequency in waves?

Back

Frequency is the number of occurrences of a repeating event per unit of time, measured in Hertz (Hz).

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If the total time is 1 second, what is the frequency of a wave with 3 cycles?

Back

The frequency is 3 Hz.

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What is Destructive Interference?

Back

Destructive interference occurs when two waves meet and combine to produce a wave of lesser amplitude.

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What is Constructive Interference?

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Constructive interference occurs when two waves meet and combine to produce a wave of greater amplitude.

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What is Diffraction?

Back

Diffraction is the bending of waves around obstacles and openings.