Waves and Their Properties Quiz Q2

What is the primary function of waves?

• To transfer energy from one place to another

• To move particles in the medium

• To create motion in the medium

• To slow down energy flow

What do mechanical waves require to travel through?

• A vacuum

• A medium (particles)

• Only air

• A solid surface

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

• Radio wave

• Sound wave

• Light wave

• Gamma ray

In a longitudinal wave, how do the particles of the medium move?

• Perpendicular to the wave's direction

• In a circular motion

• Parallel to the wave's direction

• At right angles to the direction of the wave

What is produced when you push a Slinky backward and forward?

• A transverse wave

• A longitudinal wave

• An electromagnetic wave

• A sound wave

What is the characteristic of a transverse wave?

• Vibrations occur parallel to the direction of wave travel

• Vibrations occur at right angles to the wave's direction

• Energy is transferred through the medium without particle movement

• It requires a medium to travel

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

• Sound wave

• Water wave

• Earthquake wave

• Light wave

Which of these waves does not require a medium to travel through?

• Sound wave

• Water wave

• Electromagnetic wave

• Earthquake wave

Which part of a wave is the highest point?

• Trough

• Rest position

• Crest

• Wavelength

What is the rest position of a wave?

• The highest point of the wave

• The equilibrium or undisturbed position

• The lowest point of the wave

• The distance between two crests