112-2 G8 Midterm revision

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

• Radio wave
• Sound wave
• X-ray
• Visible light

Which of the following is an example of an electromagnetic wave?

• Sound wave
• Water wave
• Light wave
• Earthquake

In a transverse wave, the particles of the medium move:

• Parallel to the direction of the wave
• Perpendicular to the direction of the wave
• In a circular motion
• In a random motion

In a longitudinal wave, the particles of the medium move:

• Parallel to the direction of the wave
• Perpendicular to the direction of the wave
• In a circular motion
• In a random motion

What is the highest point of a transverse wave called?

• Crest
• Trough
• Compression
• Rarefaction

What is the lowest point of a transverse wave called?

• Crest
• Trough
• Compression
• Rarefaction

What is the region of a longitudinal wave where the particles are close together called?

• Crest
• Trough
• Compression
• Rarefaction

What is the region of a longitudinal wave where the particles are spread apart called?

• Crest
• Trough
• Compression
• Rarefaction

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

• Wavelength
• Amplitude
• Frequency
• Period

What is the maximum displacement of particles from their rest position in a wave called?

• Wavelength
• Amplitude
• Frequency
• Period