XL Unit 7 Science Review

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What is a transverse wave?

Back

A type of wave where the motion of the medium is perpendicular to the direction of the wave. An example is light.

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What is photosynthesis?

Back

The process by which green plants use carbon dioxide and sunlight to produce chemical energy (glucose) and oxygen.

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What is reflection?

Back

The bouncing back of light when it hits a surface, such as a mirror.

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What is the crest of a wave?

Back

The highest point of a wave.

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How does light travel?

Back

Light travels in straight lines.

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What is the amplitude of a wave?

Back

The maximum distance that the wave moves from its rest position.

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What is a trough in a wave?

Back

The lowest point of a wave.

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What is wavelength?

Back

The distance between two consecutive crests or troughs in a wave.

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What is refraction?

Back

The bending of light as it passes from one medium to another.

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What is evaporation?

Back

The process by which liquid water turns into water vapor.