Waves

What do all waves transfer?

• Matter

• Heat

• Electricity

• Energy

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Through which of the following can electromagnetic waves travel?

• solid

• liquid

• gas

• space

• all of the above

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The number of waves passing a fixed point in a given amount of time is called _________?

• Amplitude

• Intensity

• Wavelength

• Frequency

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What is the frequency of this wave?

• 1 Hz

• 5 Hz

• 10 Hz

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Frequency is measured in __________.

• meters per second (m/s)

• meters (m)

• Hertz (Hz)

• kilograms (kg)

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Wavelengths are usually measured in ....

• meters per second (m/s)

• Hertz (Hz)

• inches (in)

• meters (m)

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Which type of electromagnetic waves have the longest wavelength and the lowest frequency?

• Visible light

• Radio waves

• X-rays

• Gamma-Rays

Which type of wave does sound travel in?

• Transverse
• Longitudinal/compressional

• Electromagnetic

What type of wave is this?

• Transverse
• Longitudinal/compressional

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What type of wave is this?

• Transverse
• Longitudinal/compressional

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