Wave - Superposition Review

Wave - Superposition Review

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Physics, Science

KG - University

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is superposition in wave theory?

Back

Superposition is the principle that when two or more waves overlap, the resultant wave is the sum of the individual waves.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What does it mean for waves to be in-phase?

Back

Waves are in-phase when their crests and troughs align, resulting in constructive interference.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What does it mean for waves to be out-of-phase?

Back

Waves are out-of-phase when the crest of one wave aligns with the trough of another, resulting in destructive interference.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What happens to the amplitude of waves that are in-phase?

Back

The amplitude of the resultant wave is greater than the amplitude of the individual waves.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the Doppler effect?

Back

The Doppler effect is the change in frequency or wavelength of a wave in relation to an observer moving relative to the wave source.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What does redshift indicate about a galaxy's movement?

Back

Redshift indicates that a galaxy is moving away from us.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What does blueshift indicate about a galaxy's movement?

Back

Blueshift indicates that a galaxy is moving toward us.

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