Wave Interactions

Wave Interactions

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Multiple Choice

When a wave BOUNCES off of a surface, that is...

• reflection

• refraction

• diffraction

Multiple Choice

When a wave BENDS (changes speed) after leaving one medium and entering another, that is...

• reflection

• refraction

• diffraction

Multiple Choice

When a wave passes an opening in a surface, it BENDS around the edge. This is...

• reflection

• refraction

• diffraction

Multiple Choice

When CONSTRUCTIVE interference occurs, a ____ wave is created.

• larger

• smaller