Bill Nye - Waves

Front

What is the amplitude of a wave?

Back

The amplitude of a wave is the height of the wave from its rest position.

Front

What type of waves do earthquakes create?

Back

Earthquakes create seismic waves.

Front

How do air molecules transmit sound waves?

Back

Air molecules transmit sound by bumping into each other.

Front

What do all waves have in common?

Back

All waves have a similar shape.

Front

How do you measure a wavelength?

Back

You measure a wavelength from crest to crest.

Front

What is a wave?

Back

A wave is a disturbance that transfers energy through space or matter.

Front

What is frequency in relation to waves?

Back

Frequency is the number of waves that pass a point in one second.

Front

What is the relationship between wavelength and frequency?

Back

Wavelength and frequency are inversely related; as one increases, the other decreases.

Front

What are sound waves classified as?

Back

Sound waves are classified as mechanical waves.

Front

What is a crest in a wave?

Back

A crest is the highest point of a wave.