Wave Properties, Wave Behaviors, & Sound

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What is destructive interference?

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Destructive interference occurs when two waves meet and combine to produce a wave of lesser amplitude, effectively canceling each other out.

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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, enhancing the overall wave.

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What is reflection in wave behavior?

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Reflection is the bouncing back of a wave when it hits a barrier or surface.

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What is refraction?

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Refraction is the bending of a wave as it passes from one medium to another, changing its speed.

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What is diffraction?

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Diffraction is the spreading out of waves when they pass through a narrow opening or around obstacles.

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What is the relationship between frequency and wavelength?

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When wave speed remains constant, an increase in frequency results in a decrease in wavelength.

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What is amplitude in a wave?

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Amplitude is the maximum distance a wave moves from its rest position, indicating the wave's energy.

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What is a crest in a wave?

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A crest is the highest point of a wave.

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What is a trough in a wave?

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A trough is the lowest point of a wave.

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What is wave speed?

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Wave speed is the distance a wave travels per unit of time, calculated as frequency multiplied by wavelength.