Understanding Waves

Which of the following is NOT carried with a wave?

• A) Energy

• B) Matter

• C) Sound

• D) Light

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A wave that requires a medium to travel is called a ________ wave.

• Electromagnetic

• Mechanical

• Light

• Sound

Electromagnetic waves can travel through: A) Only solids B) Only liquids C) Space D) Only gases.

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What is a transverse wave?

• A wave where the medium moves parallel to the wave direction.

• A wave where the medium moves at right angles to the wave direction.

• A wave where the medium does not move.

• A wave where the medium moves in a circular motion.

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In a compressional wave, what is the area called where particles are spread apart?

• Crest

• Trough

• Compression

• Rarefaction

Which of the following is a part of a transverse wave?

• Compression

• Rarefaction

• Crest

• Expansion

Fill in the blank: In a transverse wave, the medium moves at ________ to the wave direction.

• Parallel

• Right angles

• Opposite

• No relation

Which of the following describes diffraction?

• A) Waves bounce off a surface

• B) Waves bend around an object

• C) Waves change speed in a new medium

• D) Waves reflect at the same angle.

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