Waves Flashcards

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What is amplitude?

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Amplitude is the maximum extent of a wave's oscillation.

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What is the relationship between amplitude and energy of a wave?

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Higher amplitude means higher energy.

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What is absorption in the context of waves?

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Absorption is the process by which a wave's energy is taken up by matter.

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What is reflection in the context of waves?

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Reflection is the bouncing back of a wave when it hits a barrier.

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What is transmission in the context of waves?

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Transmission is the passing of a wave through a medium.

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What is frequency?

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Frequency is the number of waves that pass a point in a given time.

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What is a light wave?

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A light wave is an electromagnetic wave that is visible to the human eye.

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What is a sound wave?

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A sound wave is a mechanical wave that propagates through a medium.

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What is a water wave?

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A water wave is a wave that travels across the surface of a body of water.

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What is a mechanical wave?

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A mechanical wave is a wave that requires a medium to travel through.