Waves Information & Technology Flashcard

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What is a wave pulse?

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A wave pulse is a single disturbance that travels through a medium, creating a temporary change in the medium's properties.

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What is the electromagnetic spectrum?

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The electromagnetic spectrum is the range of all types of electromagnetic radiation, which includes radio waves, microwaves, infrared, visible light, ultraviolet, X-rays, and gamma rays.

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What is the crest of a wave?

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The crest is the highest point of a wave.

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What is the trough of a wave?

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The trough is the lowest point of a wave.

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What is amplitude in the context of waves?

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Amplitude is the maximum extent of a wave's displacement from its rest position, indicating the energy of the wave.

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What is frequency in wave terminology?

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Frequency is the number of waves that pass a given point in a specific amount of time, usually measured in Hertz (Hz).

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What is an analog data storage medium?

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An analog data storage medium is a device that stores information in a physical form that represents the original signal, such as a cassette tape.

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What is the information age?

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The information age is the current era characterized by the rapid shift from traditional industry to an economy based on information technology.

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How do wireless devices communicate without interference?

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Wireless devices communicate without interference by operating on different wavelengths of the electromagnetic spectrum.

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What is Morse code?

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Morse code is a method of encoding text characters as sequences of dots and dashes, used in telecommunication.