Wave Quizziz

What do all waves transfer?

• Matter

• Heat

• Electricity

• Energy

Which of the following can waves transfer energy through?

• solid

• liquid

• gas

• empty space

• all of the above

What are the two types of Mechanical waves?

• longitudinal and transverse

• sound and light

What is the number of complete waves passing a fixed point in a given amount of time?

• Amplitude

• Intensity

• Wavelength

• Frequency

What is frequency measured in?

• Milliseconds

• Miles

• Hertz

• Kilograms

Which type of waves have the longest wavelength?

• Visible light

• Radio waves

• X-rays

• Gamma-Rays

Wavelengths are usually measured in ....

• seconds

• Hz

• inches

• meters

Shorter wave lengths can carry more energy. Which of these probably carries the MOST energy:

• Infrared light

• Visible light

• X-rays

• UV light

What is the distance between the calm sea and the highest wave called?

• Wave

• Frequency

• Amplitude

• Magnitude

What does #1 represent?

• Period

• Frequency

• Wavelength

• Amplitude