Waves, Energy, and Information Chapter 1

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What is a pattern?

Back

Something we observe to be similar over and over again.

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What travels in a sound wave?

Back

Energy.

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What do Tsunameters do?

Back

They are sensors that detect changes in the level of the water above them.

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Who is the source of the sound when a mother dolphin communicates with her calf?

Back

The mother dolphin.

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What is a wave?

Back

A pattern of motion that travels away from a source.

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What is energy?

Back

The ability to make things move or change.

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What is the role of particles in a sound wave?

Back

Particles help transmit the energy of the sound wave.

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What is the relationship between waves and energy?

Back

Waves carry energy from one place to another.

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How do dolphins use sound waves?

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Dolphins use sound waves to communicate and navigate.

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What is the importance of Tsunameters?

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They help detect tsunamis by monitoring water levels.