Wave Properties

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What is a wave?

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A wave is a disturbance that travels through space and matter, transferring energy from one place to another.

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What is amplitude?

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Amplitude is the height of a wave from its rest position to its crest or trough.

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What is wavelength?

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Wavelength is the distance between two consecutive crests or troughs in a wave.

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What is a transverse wave?

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A transverse wave is a type of wave where the particles move up and down while the wave travels horizontally.

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What is a longitudinal wave?

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A longitudinal wave is a type of wave where the particles move back and forth in the same direction as the wave travels.

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What is sound?

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Sound is a type of wave that travels through air (or other mediums) and can be heard when it reaches our ears.

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Why can't sound be heard in a vacuum?

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Sound cannot be heard in a vacuum because there are no particles to carry the sound waves.

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What happens to a wave's amplitude when more energy is added?

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When more energy is added to a wave, its amplitude increases.

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What is the speed of sound?

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The speed of sound is the speed at which sound waves travel through a medium, typically around 343 meters per second in air.

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What is a medium in terms of wave travel?

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A medium is the substance through which a wave travels, such as air, water, or solid materials.