Wave Behavior Worksheet

Which of the figures represents reflection?

• A
• B
• C
• D

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Which of the following represents refraction?

• A
• B
• C
• D

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Refraction occurs when _____________

• the wave's speed changes by entering a new medium
• a wave bounces off of a boundary
• waves parts meet each other
• waves bend around a barrier

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When a wave bends as it passes through at an angle from one medium to another.

• medium
• refraction
• reflection
• interference

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When a wave strikes an object and bounces off

• medium
• refraction
• reflection
• interference

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The combination of two or more waves that result in a single wave

• A. diffraction
• B. resonance
• C. reflection
• D. interference

When the crests of one wave overlap the crests of another wave or waves, this occurs.

• A. diffraction
• B. destructive interference
• C. constructive interference
• D. resonant frequencies

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• Constructive Interference
• Destructive Interference
• Refraction
• Diffraction

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This illustration best depicts which of the following behaviors?

• Reflection

• Refraction

• Diffraction

• Resonance

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This image best depicts which of the following wave behaviors?

• Reflection

• Refraction

• Diffraction

• Resonance

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