Wave Properties and Behaviors

Which of the figures represents reflection?

• A
• B
• C
• D

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Which of the following represents refraction?

• A
• B
• C
• D

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Refraction occurs when _____________

• the wave's speed changes by entering a new medium
• a wave bounces off of a boundary
• waves parts meet each other
• waves bend around a barrier

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Which letter(s) represent the crest of the wave?

• A
• D
• B & F
• F

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Which letter(s) represent the trough of the wave?

• A
• D
• B & F
• F

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crest to crest or trough to trough

• crest
• trough
• amplitude
• wavelength

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When a wave strikes an object and bounces off

• medium
• refraction
• reflection
• interference

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When a wave bends as it passes through at an angle from one medium to another.

• medium
• refraction
• reflection
• interference

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When a sound wave experiences reflection, we hear

• a louder sound
• an echo
• a quieter sound
• nothing

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What property of the wave is represented by the letter "B"?

• amplitude
• crest
• trough
• wavelength

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