Fall Semester Review

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What is amplitude in a wave?

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Amplitude is the maximum distance that a wave's particles move from their rest position. It represents the height of the wave.

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What is an element?

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An element is a pure substance that cannot be broken down into simpler substances by chemical means. Examples include gold (Au) and oxygen (O).

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What are the three states of matter?

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The three states of matter are solid, liquid, and gas. Each state has distinct properties.

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What is a homogeneous mixture?

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A homogeneous mixture is a mixture that has a uniform composition throughout, meaning it looks the same throughout.

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What is a compound?

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A compound is a substance formed when two or more elements are chemically bonded together. For example, water (H2O) is a compound.

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What is a wave crest?

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A wave crest is the highest point of a wave, representing the maximum displacement of the wave from its rest position.

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What is a wave trough?

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A wave trough is the lowest point of a wave, representing the minimum displacement of the wave from its rest position.

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What is wavelength?

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Wavelength is the distance between two consecutive crests or troughs in a wave.

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What is matter?

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Matter is anything that has mass and takes up space. It can exist in solid, liquid, or gas form.

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What is the difference between a homogeneous and heterogeneous mixture?

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A homogeneous mixture has a uniform composition, while a heterogeneous mixture consists of visibly different substances or phases.