Wave Properties Lesson

Multiple Choice

Which of the following best describes a wave?

• A repeating disturbance or vibration that transfers energy through a medium or space.

• A solid object moving from one place to another.

• A stationary object that stores energy.

• A force that only moves matter, not energy.

Open Ended

Why is the ability of waves to transfer energy without transferring matter significant in our daily lives?

Open Ended

After learning about waves, what is one question you still have or something you would like to know more about?

Open Ended

In your own words, explain how waves transfer energy without transferring matter. Why is this concept important in understanding waves?