Physical Science Quiz - Waves and Sound
Authored by Rebekah Muzzi
Physics
9th Grade
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
5 mins • 10 pts
What is a periodic back and forth motion that transmits energy?
Wave
Wavelength
Amplitude
Frequency
Tags
NGSS.MS-PS4-1
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
5 mins • 10 pts
What is the spreading out of a wave after it passes through a narrow opening?
Interference
Diffraction
Refraction
Reflection
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
5 mins • 10 pts
What is the rate at which a wave travels through a medium?
Frequency
Amplitude
Wavelength
Speed
Tags
NGSS.HS-PS4-1
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
5 mins • 10 pts
What is the high point of a wave train?
Crest
Trough
Amplitude
Frequency
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
5 mins • 10 pts
What is the bending of the path of a wave as a result of a change in wave speed?
Interference
Diffraction
Reflection
Refraction
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
5 mins • 10 pts
What is the substance through which a wave transfers its energy?
Amplitude
Frequency
Medium
Wavelength
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
5 mins • 10 pts
In which type of wave do the particles of the transmitting medium oscillate at right angles to the direction of wave travel?
Surface wave
Longitudinal wave
Electromagnetic wave
Transverse wave
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