6th Grade Waves Test Review

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What is interference in wave properties?

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Interference is the phenomenon that occurs when two or more waves overlap and combine to form a new wave pattern. It does not change the direction of the waves.

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What is frequency in the context of waves?

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Frequency is the number of complete waves that pass a given point in a certain amount of time, usually measured in Hertz (Hz).

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What is an antinode in a standing wave?

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An antinode is the point of maximum amplitude on a standing wave, where the wave oscillates with the greatest energy.

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What is wavelength?

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Wavelength is the distance between the crest of one wave and the crest of the next wave, typically measured in meters.

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What does a wave transfer?

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A wave transfers energy from one place to another without transferring matter.

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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 a surface.

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What is refraction in wave properties?

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Refraction is the bending of waves as they pass from one medium to another, changing speed and direction.

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What is amplitude in wave terminology?

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Amplitude is the maximum distance that points on a wave move from their rest position, indicating the wave's energy.

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What is the difference between compression and rarefaction in sound waves?

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Compression is the region in a longitudinal wave where particles are close together, while rarefaction is where particles are spread apart.

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How does wave speed relate to frequency and wavelength?

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Wave speed is calculated by multiplying frequency by wavelength (Speed = Frequency x Wavelength).