Waves

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What is interference in waves?

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Interference is when two or more waves meet and combine to form a larger or smaller amplitude.

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What type of light can humans see?

Back

Humans can see visible light, which is a small part of the electromagnetic spectrum.

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What is wavelength?

Back

Wavelength is the length of a wave measured from crest to crest.

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What three characteristics can all waves be described by?

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All waves can be described by their frequency, amplitude, and wavelength.

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What is an echo?

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An echo is the reflection or bouncing back of sound waves off an object.

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What is amplitude in the context of waves?

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Amplitude is the maximum distance that points on a wave move from their rest position.

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What is frequency in waves?

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Frequency is the number of waves that pass a point in one second, measured in Hertz (Hz).

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What is the relationship between wavelength and frequency?

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

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What is diffraction?

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Diffraction is the bending of waves around obstacles or through openings.

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What are microwaves?

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Microwaves are a type of electromagnetic wave with wavelengths ranging from one meter to one millimeter.