Waves Test

Waves Test

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Physics

8th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is interference in the context of waves?

Back

Interference is the phenomenon that occurs when two or more waves overlap and combine, resulting in a new wave pattern.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What portion of the electromagnetic spectrum does visible light occupy?

Back

Visible light lies in the middle of the electromagnetic spectrum and makes up only a small portion of it.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What happens to visible light when it travels through different media?

Back

As visible light travels through different media, it undergoes a change in speed that may result in refraction.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Which type of rays can cause sunburn?

Back

Ultraviolet rays can cause sunburn.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What type of waves does a TV remote use?

Back

A TV remote uses infrared waves.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Define refraction in the context of light waves.

Back

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

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is diffraction?

Back

Diffraction is the bending of waves around obstacles and the spreading out of waves when they pass through small openings.

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