Waves Quiz

What is a wave in physical science?

• A loud sound

• Energy being transferred from one point to another without matter being transferred

• A drawing on paper

• A type of dance move

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What are the two types of waves? Not the ocean :-)

• Hot and cold

• Long and short

• Wet and dry

• Mechanical and electromagnetic

What is an example of a mechanical wave? Hint Vibration

• Radio waves

• Light

• Sound

• X-rays

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Through what can sound waves travel?

• They cannot travel

• Air, water, and solid material

• Only through water

• Only through air

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Do electromagnetic waves need a medium to travel?

• Only in space

• No, never

• Yes, always

• Only through water

What is the medium for mechanical waves?

• Solid, liquid, or gas

• Only solid materials

• They do not need a medium

• Only air

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What kind of motion do water waves involve? Hint they move forwards and up & down

• Only transverse

• Only longitudinal

• A combination of both longitudinal and transverse motions

• No motion at all

What does the term 'medium' refer to in the context of sound waves?

• A type of psychic

• A musical instrument

• The highest volume

• A type of matter the wave travels through

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Can mechanical waves travel through a vacuum?

• Yes, easily

• Only during the day

• No, they cannot

• Only with special equipment

What is an example of a mechanical wave?

• Rockets

• Xrays

• Earthquakes

• Wind

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