Term 2 Miscellaneous Quiz on various topics

What type of wave requires a medium to travel through?

• A.    Transverse wave

• B. Longitudinal wave

• C. Electromagnetic wave

• D. Sound wave

Answer explanation

Sound waves require a medium to travel through. Therefore, the correct choice is D. Sound wave.

Which of the following is an example of a transverse wave?

•    Light wave

• Sound wave

•     Ocean wave

• earthquake wave

Answer explanation

A transverse wave is an example of a light wave.

   In which direction do particles move in a longitudinal wave?

• up and down

• side to side

• back and forth

• in a circular motion

Answer explanation

Particles in a longitudinal wave move back and forth.

The speed of a wave depends on its wavelength.

• True

• False

Answer explanation

The speed of a wave does not depend on its wavelength. It depends on the medium through which the wave is traveling.

What is the distance between two consecutive peaks or troughs of a wave called?

• wavelength

• frequency

• Amplitude

• crest

Answer explanation

The distance between two consecutive peaks or troughs of a wave is called wavelength. It represents the length of one complete wave cycle.

Waves can only travel in straight lines

• True

• False

Answer explanation

Waves can travel in various directions, not just straight lines. Therefore, the correct choice is False.

Frequency is the number of waves passing a point in a given time.

• True

• False

Answer explanation

Frequency is the number of waves passing a point in a given time. This statement is true.

Waves transfer energy from one place to another.

• True

• False

Answer explanation

Waves transfer energy from one place to another. True is the correct choice.

The amplitude of a wave is the distance between two consecutive peaks.

• True

• False

Answer explanation

The amplitude of a wave is actually the maximum displacement from the equilibrium position, not the distance between peaks. Therefore, the correct answer is False.

............................................... is used on a map to provide a key or guide that explains the symbols and colors used on the map, making it easier to understand the information presented

• Never Eat Slimey Worm

• Legend

• Compass rose

• Globe

Answer explanation

A legend is used on a map to provide a key or guide that explains the symbols and colors used on the map, making it easier to understand the information presented. It highlights the correct choice, which is 'Legend'.